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Question 11

Stress is often a significant issue in workplaces. Author Ravi Tangri asserts that stress costs organizations up to $300 billion per year. Which one of the following stresses is the largest contributor to organizational cost of waste?

    Correct Answer: C

    Stress in the workplace significantly impacts absenteeism, which directly correlates to lost productivity, increased burden on remaining employees, and additional costs for the organization in terms of lost workdays and potential temporary staffing. While workplace accidents, turnover, and drug plan costs also contribute to the overall cost of stress, absenteeism is frequently identified as the primary factor associated with organizational costs due to stress.

Discussion
DonRichyOption: C

C. Absenteeism Absenteeism is often cited as one of the largest contributors to the organizational cost of waste due to stress. When employees are stressed, they are more likely to take time off work, which can significantly impact productivity, increase the burden on other employees, and lead to additional costs for the organization in terms of lost workdays and potential temporary staffing. While workplace accidents, turnover, and drug plan costs also contribute to the overall cost of stress, absenteeism is frequently identified as the primary factor.