What Is the Primary Reason That Firms Provide Severance Pay

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is the primary reason that firms provide severance pay to employees who are involuntarily terminated?

• A) ensuring that current employees remain with the firm
• B) preventing terminated employees from suing the firm
• C) complying with federal laws that require severance pay
• D) expressing concern and support for terminated employees

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