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Explaining U.S. Tipping Practices

Explaining U.S. Tipping Practices

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Interactive Video

Business

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explores the practice of tipping, discussing its various contexts and reasons, such as showing off, helping servers' income, and avoiding disapproval. It traces the history of tipping from Europe to America, highlighting its controversial roots post-Civil War, where it was used to replace wages for black employees. The video also addresses the ongoing racial disparities in tipping and the legislative efforts to ensure fair wages for tipped workers.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a reason people tip, according to Professor Michael Lynn?

To show off

To help the server's income

To get better service in the future

To avoid paying taxes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the practice of tipping originate?

Renaissance Italy

Middle Ages in Europe

Colonial America

Ancient Greece

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a controversial aspect of tipping in America after the Civil War?

It was only practiced in urban areas

It was banned in several states

It was primarily used in the hospitality industry

It was used to replace wages for black employees

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group is most negatively affected by current tipping practices?

Senior citizens

People of color

Teenage workers

Part-time workers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Raise the Wage Act propose regarding tipped workers?

Eliminating tipping altogether

Doubling the current minimum wage for tipped workers

Allowing tips to be pooled among workers

Increasing the minimum wage for all workers

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