Which statement best explains why,despite their motivational potential,piece rate systems often do not motivate maximum effort?

A) Work group norms define acceptable rates of production.
B) Piece rates are used in conjunction with base pay.
C) Workers may be tempted to cut corners on quality.
D) Workers are more concerned with production than safety.

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Kailyn Morris · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Work group norms can exert a stronger influence on workers' productivity than the incentive provided by piece rates. If the group norm is to produce at a certain level, workers may feel pressure to conform to this norm and may not exert maximum effort even if the piece rate provides an incentive to do so.

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