Worldatwork Exam CECP Topic 4 Question 62 Discussion

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Question #: 62
Topic #: 4

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Why are lump-sum increases generally used?

ATo control annual fixed costs from base pay adjustments

BTo elevate employees who are below the midpoint in the range

CTo reward employees under short-term incentive plans

DTo make up for benefits not provided by the organization

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by Bo at Jul 03, 2024, 06:57 AM

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Thaddeus

7 months ago

I think it's a combination of both controlling costs and rewarding employees. It depends on the organization's strategy.

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Donte

7 months ago

I believe lump-sum increases are also used to reward employees who are below the midpoint.

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Shad

7 months ago

Personally, I think C is the way to go. Rewarding employees with short-term incentives is the key to keeping them motivated, like dangling a carrot in front of a horse, but with more dollar signs.

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Maryann

5 months ago

I see your point, but I still believe in rewarding employees with short-term incentives for their hard work.

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Leota

5 months ago

I think lump-sum increases are more about controlling costs and staying within budget.

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Myra

5 months ago

I agree, short-term incentives can really boost morale and productivity.

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Sarah

6 months ago

It's important to find a balance between short-term incentives and long-term benefits for employees.

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Douglass

6 months ago

I think lump-sum increases are more about controlling costs and rewarding performance.

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Peggie

7 months ago

I agree, short-term incentives can really boost morale and productivity.

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Shonda

7 months ago

I agree with Alaine, it helps in managing costs effectively.

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Grover

7 months ago

Option B seems like the way to go. Who doesn't love elevating employees? It's like giving them a little boost, like a trampoline for their paychecks.

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Loreta

7 months ago

Definitely, it helps keep employees engaged and satisfied with their compensation.

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Erick

7 months ago

I agree, it's a great way to motivate and retain employees.

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Darrin

8 months ago

A lump-sum increase is a great way to control those pesky annual fixed costs. It's like putting a bandaid on a bullet wound, but hey, at least it's something, right?

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Brittani

7 months ago

B) To elevate employees who are below the midpoint in the range

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Glendora

7 months ago

A) To control annual fixed costs from base pay adjustments

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Alaine

8 months ago

I think lump-sum increases are used to control fixed costs.

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