A Manager Can ___ an Employee by Administering an Unpleasant

question 84

Multiple Choice

A manager can ___ an employee by administering an unpleasant outcome, such as a verbal reprimand, pay reduction, or demotion.

• A) encourage
• B) satisfy
• C) punish
• D) reward
• E) reinforce

Distinguish between the reliability and validity of a survey and its impact on survey outcomes.

Recognize the significance of conducting interviews and focus groups as primary research methods.

Acknowledge the significance and process of conducting primary research for gathering specific project data.

Understand the ethical consideration and importance of documentation in research, including quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

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Definitions:

Forced-distribution Method

A performance evaluation method where employees are ranked in a distribution curve, forcing managers to identify top, average, and underperforming employees.

Consumer Surplus

The economic benefit or satisfaction received by consumers when they pay a price lower than what they are willing to pay.

Milkshakes

A sweet beverage made by blending milk, ice cream, and flavorings or sweeteners such as butterscotch, caramel sauce, or chocolate syrup.

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount that consumers are willing to pay and the total amount that they actually pay.