What Happens to the Piece Rate If There Is a Ratchet

question 4

Multiple Choice

What happens to the piece rate if there is a ratchet effect?

• A)The piece rate decreases over time.
• B)The piece rate increases over time.
• C)The piece rate is replaced with a time rate.
• D)The piece rate is replaced with a salary contract.
• E)The piece rate is only paid to the least productive workers.

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