When a Paycheck Is Calculated from the Number of Hours

question 121

Multiple Choice

When a paycheck is calculated from the number of hours worked during the week times the hourly rate,what type of system is being used to pay employees?

• A) Gainsharing
• B) Salary
• C) Profit sharing
• D) Wage
• E) Incentive

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