During the Process of Downsizing, Allowing a Worker to Remain

question 56

Multiple Choice

During the process of downsizing, allowing a worker to remain in a position for a period of time once she or he has been notified of impending termination might not be the best option. Identify the correct justification for this statement.

• A)Workers will interpret early notice as an effort to allow them time to come to grips with the loss of their jobs.
• B)Terminated workers will not be inclined to put their best effort, which might result in lost revenues.
• C)Workers who are not terminated will have a bad impression about the organization for terminating their coworkers.
• D)Terminated workers may interpret early notice as an effort to get the most out of them before departure.

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