Straight Piecework
Piecework system with single rate per unit (no variation).
Formula
Earnings = Units Produced × Rate per Unit
Real World
Amazon warehouse pickers in some fulfilment centres have historically been paid per item picked; a worker completing 500 items at £0.10 each earns exactly £50 with no bonus or variation.
Exam Focus
When 'evaluate' piecework, always contrast output quality risk against motivation — examiners expect a balanced judgement.
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