Milhouse, a classically trained violinist, recently joined a ...

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Milhouse, a classically trained violinist, recently joined a country band. The members of the band, though they like Milhouse, do not appreciate his attention to details and the preppy way he dresses.
 
  The band is pressuring Milhouse to change in order to fit into the group. Which of the following represents the most likely conformity expected of Milhouse?
  A) for Milhouse to bathe less
  B) for Milhouse to wear jeans and boots
  C) for Milhouse to play the fiddle
  D) both A and B
  E) both A and C

Question 2

As a manager, you like the plan because it ________.
 
  A) reduces the stress experienced by the employees on the job
  B) increases workforce flexibility
  C) decreases social loafing
  D) decreases payroll costs
  E) decreases employee turnover

[abctaiwan]

Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: B) The concept of conformity relates to pressuring someone to change their attitude and behavior. While he may need to play the fiddle, it is his attitude toward dress that is the major obstacle to his fitting in with the group.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: B) For employers, the lure of skill-based pay plans is that they increase the flexibility of the workforce; filling staffing needs is easier when employee skills are interchangeable.