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Consider the following statements: Which of the above is/are correct?

  1. Vertical promotions involve a change in job classification with increase in responsibilities and pay.
  2. Dry promotions involve increase in pay but no change in responsibilities.
  3. Versatility transfers are made to reduce boredom and train employees in multiple skills.
  4. Remedial transfers are to correct mistakes in selection and placement.

    Ai, ii

    Bi only

    Ci, iii, iv

    Diii only

    Answer:

    C. i, iii, iv

    Read Explanation:

    • Vertical promotion = movement to higher level beyond current classification.

    • Dry promotion = increase in status/responsibility, without pay rise.

    • Versatility transfers = multi-skill competence & reduced monotony.

    • Remedial transfers correct wrong placements.


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