Jones Inc, a Company Manufacturing Drills, Earned a Revenue of $5

question 101

Multiple Choice

Jones Inc., a company manufacturing drills, earned a revenue of $5 million in 2011. This was 6% more than their revenue in 2009. The CPI for 2009 and 2011 was 115 and 122 respectively, while the PPI for 2009 and 2011 was 110 and 114 respectively. Which of the following accurately reflects the real growth in revenues between 2009 and 2011?

• A) 6%
• B) 2.65%
• C) 0.28%
• D) 10.25%

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Definitions:

Instrumentality

In the context of motivation theory, the belief that a certain behavior will lead to achieving a desired outcome or reward.

Positive Instrumentalities

The belief that if one performs well, this will lead to valued outcomes or rewards.

Performance-contingent Basis

A system or approach where rewards, such as bonuses or promotions, are given based on the achievement of specific performance targets or outcomes.

Employee Needs

The requirements or desires of workers, including physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs, that influence motivation and job satisfaction.