Which of the following principles is MOST directly associated with a competency-based pay structure?   

Competency-based pay is an individual-focused compensation system designed to reward employees for the broad range of knowledge, skills, behaviors, and attributes (competencies) they possess and apply to drive superior performance.   Unlike traditional compensation models that link base pay exclusively to job evaluation ranks or job titles, competency-based pay links salary progression directly to the acquisition and practical application of critical competencies that enhance job effectiveness and organizational agility.