Louie received the highest performance rating and is in the second quartile of his pay range,and received a pay increase of 8 percent.Bart also received the highest performance rating
And is in the third quartile.Given the way most merit increase grids work,what size pay increase
Would you expect Bart to receive?
A) Less than 8 percent
B) More than 8 percent
C) 8 percent
D) There is no relationship between ratings and position in pay range.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Typically, the pay increase is based on both performance rating and position in the pay range. Since Bart is in the third quartile, he is already higher in the pay range than Louie, who is in the second quartile. Therefore, Bart would likely receive a smaller pay increase than Louie, possibly less than 8 percent.

Louie Received the Highest Performance Rating and Is in the Second