Which of the Following Is an Example of Conflicting Goals

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of conflicting goals in a sales force compensation plan?

• A)Provide security of income to sales representatives,but open new markets.
• B)Develop a plan that is both flexible and fair to the sales representatives.
• C)Design an extremely flexible plan,yet one which also is simple to understand and easy to administer.
• D)Provide a competitive level and a competitive method of compensation.
• E)None of these involves a conflict of goals.

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