Russell works in a canvas factory where workers are paid five dollars for every tent they sew together. Workers who are very fast may make twice as much money as some of the slower workers. Which of the following compensation plan elements is used at Russell's factory?
A. profit sharing
B. lump-sum bonus
C. piece-rate
D. merit pay
E. gainsharing
Answer: C
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