Which of the Following Is Correct with Regard to Productivity

question 161

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct with regard to productivity?

• A) Productivity does not vary much across different industries.
• B) Productivity is not important to labour unions when they are negotiating a new collective agreement,but it is important to investors.
• C) Activities like web surfing,social networking,and water cooler conversations inhibit productivity.
• D) Increased productivity allows companies to pay workers higher wages without raising prices to consumers.
• E) All of these statements are correct.

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Definitions:

Absenteeism

The habitual non-presence of an employee at their job, which can be voluntary or involuntary, and often affects productivity.

Alienation

The feeling of being isolated and disconnected from one’s work, society, or sense of self.

Vertical Loading

A management concept involving the process of delegating more responsibilities and higher-level tasks to employees to increase their involvement and motivation.

Performance Accountability

Involves holding employees or organizations responsible for achieving performance objectives and standards.