MC 8

Which of these factors is the leading cause of pay differentials between sexes? a. differences in male vs. female absenteeism rates b. employer's ability to pay c. power of the union d. organizational objectives e. occupational choices

e

Wage spillover occurs when: a. unions make concessions to maintain jobs. b. management gives non union workers a wage package comparable to union workers to avoid unionization. c. poor working climates force employers to pay more to keep workers from leaving. d. excess profits are distributed to workers according to some agreed upon schedule. e. None of the answers are correct.

b

The appropriate data to use when deciding if jobs are substantially equal is: a. actual work performed. b. job descriptions. c. qualifications of jobholder. d. training required for performance. e. job titles.

a

What is the primary focus of a merit pay system? a. To reward employees for a good safety record. b. To encourage employee health and morale. c. To link increases in base pay to how highly employees are rated on a subjective performance evaluation. d. To encourage employees to support the introduction of new work methods and practices. e. To enhance an organization's accuracy in forecasting labour costs and productivity.

c

The major focus of individual spot awards is: a. to determine the split of the award between managers and employees. b. to determine the relationship between production level and pay. c. to promote an entitlement culture. d. they are awarded for exceptional performance on a special activity/project. e. they focus on an a maximum level of productivity.

d

Wage adjustment provisions may be adjusted in the following ways: a. deferred wage increases b. reopener clauses c. cost of living adjustment d. merit increases e. deferred wage increases, reopener clauses, and cost of living adjustment

e

Which of the following is an advantage of using group incentive plans? a. Easier to develop performance measures than for individual plans. b. Reduces turnover among all employees. c. Increases participation of employees in decision making process. d. Line of sight is enhanced. e. A & C.

e

All of the following are disadvantages of individual incentive plans except: a. less direct supervision is required. b. increased complaints about poor equipment. c. resistance to introduction of new technology. d. possibly greater conflict among employees. e. elevated levels of mistrust between employees and management.

a

Employee stock ownership plans: a. have an impact on short-term employee behaviour. b. are similar to Rucker plans. c. are more attractive when stock prices are increasing. d. require managerial approval of performance measures. e. discourage employee participation because of the legal requirements.

c