The Weak Negative Correlation Between Task Performance and Counterproductive Behavior

question 14

Multiple Choice

The weak negative correlation between task performance and counterproductive behavior can best be explained by the fact that

• A) poor performers are less creative at coming up with ways to undermine the organization.
• B) the best workers are the ones most likely to get away with counterproductive actions.
• C) top performers are too busy at their jobs to engage in counterproductive behavior.
• D) less talented workers are not as successful at avoiding blame for their misdeeds.
• E) good workers can behave counterproductively and still get the job done.

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Overhead Rate

The rate at which indirect costs are allocated to produced goods or services.

Direct Labor Dollar

The total cost of wages paid to workers who are directly involved in the production of goods or delivery of services.

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