Quinton has a difficult employee, Melissa, with whom he has been dealing for over a year. Despite repeated attempts to correct her workplace behavior, she has not improved. Which of the following is a good suggestion for handling this case?
A. Fire Melissa if her poor performance continues for another year.
B. Fire Melissa effective immediately, and have her escorted off the premises.
C. Use Melissa's dismissal as an example to others to increase their productivity.
D. Dismiss Melissa but offer her assistance in finding another job.
E. Don't dismiss Melissa because she needs your sympathy.
Answer: D. dismiss Melissa but offer assistance in finding another job