Motivation in Theory and Practice (Edexcel A-Level Business): Quizzes
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According to scientific management theory, what is the primary motivator for employees?
According to scientific management theory, what is the primary motivator for employees?
Financial rewards
How does piecework payment work?
How does piecework payment work?
Workers paid fixed amount per unit produced
What is a critical disadvantage of piecework relating to worker safety?
What is a critical disadvantage of piecework relating to worker safety?
Workers may take dangerous shortcuts
Commission is predominantly used for which type of workers?
Commission is predominantly used for which type of workers?
White-collar workers in sales roles
Why are bonuses cost-effective for businesses?
Why are bonuses cost-effective for businesses?
Only paid when targets are met
According to Maslow's hierarchy, what need does profit sharing satisfy?
According to Maslow's hierarchy, what need does profit sharing satisfy?
Love and belonging
When was performance-related pay (PRP) widely introduced in the UK?
When was performance-related pay (PRP) widely introduced in the UK?
1980s and 1990s
In a typical PRP grading system, what bonus might 'Excellent' performance receive?
In a typical PRP grading system, what bonus might 'Excellent' performance receive?
10% of salary
What is a major criticism of PRP that can seriously demotivate workers?
What is a major criticism of PRP that can seriously demotivate workers?
Perceived unfairness in appraisal
Which financial incentive method is best suited for sales roles?
Which financial incentive method is best suited for sales roles?
Commission