When organizations have more people than they need, they can use ________ to reduce the surplus if they have planned far enough in advance.
A) attrition
B) promotion
C) outsourcing
D) job specifications
E) job analysis

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Attrition refers to the natural process of employees leaving the organization due to retirement, resignation, or any other reason. When an organization has planned ahead and anticipates a surplus of employees, they may choose not to hire replacements for those who leave, thus reducing their overall headcount over time. This is a less disruptive method than layoffs or terminations, which can harm the organization's morale and reputation.

When Organizations Have More People Than They Need, They Can