Jake and Harry Each Have 130 Hours of College Credit

question 469

Multiple Choice

Jake and Harry each have 130 hours of college credit from Impressive University. Each has 30 hours of economics. Jake has a bachelor's degree, while Harry is 3 credits short of required physical education classes and therefore does not have a degree. Each of them has one year of experience as a market analyst for ABC Company. Assuming that the physical education class would not enhance Harry's job performance, if Jake earns a higher salary than Harry, the ABC Company may subscribe to the

• A)human capital theory.
• B)discrimination theory.
• C)compensating differential theory.
• D)signaling theory.

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Definitions:

Ownership Culture

A work environment where employees are encouraged to think and act like owners, typically involving practices that share profits, stock options, or decision-making power.

Organizational Objectives

The specific goals that an organization aims to achieve, which guide its operations and strategic planning.

Gainsharing Plans

Incentive programs that share financial gains with employees based on productivity improvements or cost savings.

Effort-to-performance Expectancy

The belief that one's effort will lead to successful performance in tasks or achieving goals, often influencing motivation and productivity.