All of the Following Are Potential Problems with Headcount Reductions

question 48

Multiple Choice

All of the following are potential problems with headcount reductions except _____.

• A) regulatory requirements make it difficult to make targeted cuts
• B) workforce reductions, especially if not handled well, can harm employee relations
• C) organizations that make greater involuntary workforce reductions also experience greater voluntary turnover
• D) RIFs are very costly in tangible terms up front due to increases in workers compensation insurance.

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Definitions:

FUTA

The Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) is a United States federal law that imposes a payroll tax on businesses to fund state workforce agencies.

Employer Only

A term that may refer to expenses or contributions that are solely the responsibility of the employer and not shared with employees.

Contingent Liability

A potential financial obligation that may arise in the future, depending on the outcome of a specific event.

Estimable

Capable of being reasonably estimated or calculated, often used in the context of accounting to refer to expenses or losses.