When compensable factors are weighed using expert judgments about the importance of each factor, a(n)_____ weight is said to be assigned.
A)statistical
B)multiple regression
C)a priori
D)empirical
E)factorial

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Weights can be generated in two ways. First, a priori weights can be assigned, which means factors are weighted using expert judgments about the importance of each compensable factor. Second, weights can be derived empirically based on how important each factor seems in determining pay in the labor market.

When Compensable Factors Are Weighed Using Expert Judgments About the Importance