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Human Resource Management QUESTION #6464
Question 1

When the text mentions 'labor cost is often considerably higher than necessary' due to personnel problems, it refers to:

  • Excessive base salary rates in the market
  • Absenteeism, tardiness, and discrimination issues✔️
  • Overstaffing in all departments
  • Generous benefits packages
Correct Answer Explanation

Labor costs are higher than necessary due to problems like absenteeism, tardiness, and discrimination - all preventable through effective HRM. These issues create waste and inefficiency beyond the direct salary costs.