Which of the Following Statements About Perfection Standards Is False

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about perfection standards is false?

• A) Some managers believe that perfection standards encourage a higher level of performance.
• B) Some managers believe that perfection standards discourage workers who may then not perform as well.
• C) Some managers believe that perfection standards will encourage workers to sacrifice quality in order to achieve the quantity standard.
• D) Perfection standards are generally accepted by managers as the best type of standard.

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