The Deskilling Thesis Undoubtedly Captures One Important Tendency in the Development

question 43

Multiple Choice

The deskilling thesis undoubtedly captures one important tendency in the development of work.However,it does not paint a complete picture of work because it:

• A)lacks an analysis of specific job categories
• B)overlooks the bottom of the occupational hierarchy
• C)is too narrowly focused on the bottom of the occupational hierarchy
• D)spends too much time focusing on the occupational structure as a whole
• E)is overly focused on the service sector

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The differential between sales and variable costs, indicative of a product's profitability before fixed costs are subtracted.

Variable Costs

Expenses that change in proportion to the activity of a business, such as costs for raw materials or production expenses, in contrast to fixed costs.

Fixed Manufacturing Cost

Expenses that do not change with the level of production, such as rent for factory premises, salaries for permanent staff, and depreciation of equipment.

Manufacturing Overhead Cost

Expenses related to the production process that are not directly tied to a specific product, including utilities, depreciation, and salaries for production supervisors.