Russell Works in a Canvas Factory Where Workers Are Paid

question 5

Multiple Choice

Russell works in a canvas factory where workers are paid five dollars for every tent they sew together. Workers who are very fast may make twice as much money as some of the slower workers. Which of the following compensation plan elements is used at Russell's factory?

• A) merit pay
• B) piece-rate
• C) gainsharing
• D) profit sharing
• E) lump-sum bonus

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Definitions:

Bona Fide Occupational Qualification

An employment qualification that is reasonably necessary for the normal operation of a particular business or enterprise, and can justify discrimination based on characteristics like religion, nationality, or gender in certain circumstances.

Discriminate

To treat someone or something differently or unjustly, often based on characteristics like race, age, gender, etc., rather than individual merit.

Hiring

The action of starting a legal relationship between an employer and employee where the employee performs work under certain conditions in exchange for remuneration.

Union Membership

The state or condition of being a member of a labor union, which represents workers in specific industries or professions in negotiations over wages, benefits, and working conditions.