Moe is an average worker stuck on a team of complacent workers. Nick is an innovator who produces triple the amount of the average worker. Wyatt is a slacker who has been placed on Nick's team. Shanda is an average worker on an average team. Leroy is the hardest worker on Shanda's team. Which of these individuals would probably benefit most from high outcome interdependence at work?
A) Moe
B) Nick
C) Wyatt
D) Leroy
E) Shanda

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

High outcome interdependence means a person's pay depends upon the output of the person's team. Since Wyatt does very little, himself, but works with someone who is very productive, he would benefit most from having his compensation tied to what his team members produce.

Moe Is an Average Worker Stuck on a Team of Complacent