Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Using Incentive

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using incentive plans?

• A) The goals of an incentive plan may interfere with other management goals.
• B) The goals of incentive plans cannot be linked to particular outcomes or behaviors.
• C) Incentive plans cannot be used to promote group and organizational performance.
• D) Incentive plans cause dissatisfaction among the non-performing employees in the organization.
• E) Incentive plans are not very effective for jobs other than sales and service.

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