Question

Which of the following, if true, would strengthen the argument to use coercive techniques in this situation?A) The company is on a tight deadline to complete a major project for an important client.B) The company is in its lean season and work volumes are low.C) The company can afford to hire temp workers to handle the backlog and complete the work on time.D) The company's workforce is comprised of employees with highly specialized skill sets.E) Employees are demotivated because of the company's stringent work culture.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is: the A option

If the company is on a tight deadline to complete a major project for an important client

Explanation:

If the company finds itself in difficult times due to work issues, then this weakens the argument for using coercive techniques.  

Now, if the company has the luxury of hiring temporary workers to take care of the backlog and finish it on time, then this could further weaken the need for coercion.  

If there is a highly skilled workforce, then the use of coercion can result in a reaction from employees. If employees are demotivated by the rigorous work culture, then the use of coercive techniques would only demoralize them further.