Employers Are Reluctant to Embrace a Reduction in Work Hours

question 40

Multiple Choice

Employers are reluctant to embrace a reduction in work hours by shortening the workweek, increasing the number of part-time workers, or offering more time off from work because

• A) workers are less dedicated to the company.
• B) employees have a more difficult time communicating with each other.
• C) work tasks are harder to allocate.
• D) they have to train and provide benefits for more workers.

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