In the Context of Pay-Structure Decisions, Which of the Following

question 129

Multiple Choice

In the context of pay-structure decisions, which of the following is a difference between hierarchical pay structures and compressed pay structures?

• A) Unlike hierarchical pay structures, in compressed pay structures, there are big differences from one pay level to another.
• B) Unlike hierarchical pay structures, the basic idea behind compressed pay structures is that large differences in pay between jobs should motivate people to work harder to obtain those higher-paying jobs.
• C) Unlike hierarchical pay structures, in compressed pay structures, pay is more dispersed and varied across jobs in a company.
• D) Unlike hierarchical pay structures, the basic idea behind compressed pay structures is that similar pay levels should lead to higher levels of cooperation and better group and team performance.

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