Why might there be some difficulty in identifying and applying the best-practice approach to HRM in organisations?

A. Because the best-practice approach tends to be resource-intensive

B. Because there is much variation in the literature and empirical research as to what constitutes best practice

C. Because the best-practice approach would not fit the cost-reduction driven strategies favoured by many in short-termist economies

D. Because the best-practice approach does not emphasize the individual business context

Answer: Option A