Bernard Is Upset When He Learns That the Company Is

Multiple Choice

Bernard is upset when he learns that the company is changing to a pay-for-performance system where lump-sum bonuses instead of raises will be used. The system will record the performance of each work team and reward everyone on the team equally. Which of the following is a reason for Bernard changing his mind about the system?

A) Bernard's base pay will be essentially frozen.
B) The pay-for-performance plan is phrased in vague, technical terms.
C) Bernard is the highest individual performer on his team.
D) Bernard is a low to average performer on his work team.