Fredrick works in human resources management in an industry that is experiencing an over-supply of qualified workers.His company has been particularly hard-hit by the over-supply because current government regulations have mandated that one of the products his company produces can no longer be sold in the United States.Fredrick must recommend to management ways to reduce the company's workforce.He has several options at his disposal,which of the following would be the most desirable option to utilize to reduce the workforce?
A) Layoffs
B) Attrition
C) Temporary layoffs
D) Termination

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Attrition is the most desirable option for reducing the workforce in an industry experiencing an over-supply of qualified workers because it involves not filling the positions vacated by employees who leave the company voluntarily, such as through retirement, resignation, or death. This way, there is no need for the company to take any active measures to terminate or lay off its employees, which can negatively impact employee morale and public perceptions of the company. Additionally, by allowing for natural attrition, the company can gradually reduce its workforce without having to incur the costs associated with layoffs or temporary layoffs.

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