Recently, Stock Options Have Been Strongly Criticized in the Press

question 77

Multiple Choice

Recently, stock options have been strongly criticized in the press following controversies at several companies. What has this criticism focused on?

• A) the comparative low executive base pay
• B) the amount of the options granted and exercised
• C) the fact that mainly males are CEOs and that they get these options
• D) the stock prices in competitive firms

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Definitions:

Commission

A fee paid for provided services, typically a percentage of the transaction value, common in sales and trading environments.

Monthly Quota

A set target or amount that needs to be achieved or sold within a monthly timeframe.

Net Pay

The amount of money an employee receives after deductions such as taxes and retirement contributions are subtracted from their gross salary.

Gross Pay

Definition: The total amount of money an employee earns before any deductions are taken out.