Gainsharing Plans Differ from Profit-Sharing Plans in That They

question 33

Multiple Choice

Gainsharing plans differ from profit-sharing plans in that they:

• A)use organization-wide performance parameters.
• B)distribute payouts more frequently.
• C)make lump sum payments.
• D)can be attached to all types of jobs in the organization.
• E)discourage pursuit of broader goals of the group.

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