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This is a modification over Taylor's plan. In this, a minimum base wage is not guaranteed. A worker's wage is calculated as follows:

(i) When output (O) is less than 83% of standard output (SO), scheme for wage (W) is equal to piece rate scheme.

(ii) When 83% of (S) < O < 100% of (SO); W = 110% of piece-rate.

(iii) When O > 100% of (SO); W = 120% of piece rate.

Advantages

Efficient workers are rewarded handsomely.

Disadvantages

(i) Wide gap in slabs of differential wage rate

(ii) Over emphasis in high production rate

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