A Rapid Rate of Growth in Sales May Require

question 7

Multiple Choice

A rapid rate of growth in sales may require

• A) higher dividend payments to shareholders.
• B) increased borrowing by the firm to support the sales increase.
• C) the firm to be more lenient with credit customers.
• D) sales forecasts to be made less frequently.

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Definitions:

External Human Resource Supply

Refers to the availability of potential job candidates outside the organization, which HR uses to fill current or future job openings.

Hard Cost

Direct, tangible expenses associated with a project or investment, such as materials and labor costs.

Recruiting Fees

Costs associated with the process of identifying, attracting, and selecting candidates for employment.

Learning Curve Gaps

Discrepancies in knowledge or capability that occur as individuals or groups progress at different rates when acquiring new skills or information.