Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 7 to 12.

Some people love working so much that it doesn't feel like work. But most people are not so lucky. They need money to live, so they need a job. However, they don't love their work, and they feel unhappy. And because they are unhappy, they may not work hard. Luckily, some people and companies are trying to improve things. Dan Price is the CEO of a company based in Seattle. In 2015, he raised the salaries of all of his workers to $70,000 a year, much higher than the average income in the United States. To pay for this, he cut his own salary to the same amount. Interestingly, according to a study by Princeton University in 2010 about salaries, people who make around $75,000 each year are happier and feel more satisfaction than those who make less or more money. Since Price made his decision, his workers have been happier and his company has been more thriving.

Financial concerns are one factor contributing to job dissatisfaction. Another is excessive working hours. Perpetual Guardian, a firm based in New Zealand, sought to enhance employees' work-life balance. The organization came up with a plan whereby staff were compensated for five days but required to work only four days per week. Unsurprisingly, this resulted in increased employee satisfaction and well-being.

Numerous studies suggest that individuals who engage in experiences are happier than those who acquire material possessions. For instance, embarking on a road trip or learning to play a musical instrument tends to be more fulfilling than purchasing a vehicle or an instrument. The well-known company Airbnb encourages its employees to gain meaningful experiences. Staff members are granted $2,000 annually to stay at Airbnb properties worldwide. As a consequence, many Airbnb employees report a high level of job satisfaction.

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