In a Chain of Discount Department Stores,personnel Needs Are Estimated

question 28

Multiple Choice

In a chain of discount department stores,personnel needs are estimated in three different ways: a) for a high-demand season,b) for a moderate-demand season,and c) for a low-demand season.By taking these three activity levels into account,managers are developing an) ________.

• A)fixed budget
• B)flexible budget
• C)zero-based budget
• D)monetary policy
• E)operating plan

Describe Maslow's hierarchy of needs and its relevance to motivation.

Analyze the achievement motivation theory and its application in organizational settings.

Discuss the role of perceived equity and inequity in motivation according to equity theory.

Recognize the factors affecting task accomplishment beyond effort, including employee ability and role clarity.

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Definitions:

Stagnating Incomes

A financial condition where wages or earnings remain constant over time without significant growth, affecting living standards.

Rising Housing Costs

An increase in the price of purchasing or renting homes, often making housing unaffordable for many individuals and families.

Racial Inequality

The unequal treatment or disparities experienced by individuals or groups based on race, affecting opportunities, rights, and well-being.

Residential Segregation

Residential segregation refers to the physical separation of two or more groups into different neighborhoods, often based on race, ethnicity, or income.