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.

Differentiate between social loafing and social facilitation and their effects on group performance.

Analyze the effects of deindividuation on individual and group actions.

Understand the role of social norms in influencing behavior.

Evaluate the ethical considerations and criticisms of famous psychological experiments.

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Definitions:

Competitiveness

The ability of an individual or organization to compete in the market effectively, often by offering superior products, services, or conditions.

Productivity

The measure of efficiency of a person, machine, factory, or system in converting inputs into useful outputs.

Turnover

The rate at which employees leave a workforce and are replaced by new personnel.

Absenteeism

The habitual non-presence of an employee at their job, which can be due to various reasons, including illness, personal issues, or dissatisfaction with the work environment.