Alonso Is So Absorbed in Solving Complex Engineering Problems That

question 65

Multiple Choice

Alonso is so absorbed in solving complex engineering problems that he loses track of time as he spends entire weekends working.Alonzo's experience best illustrates the concept of

• A)task leadership.
• B)managing by objectives.
• C)charisma.
• D)flow.

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Definitions:

Free Will

Among philosophers, a somewhat antiquated expression (as in “he did it of his own free will”) meaning that a person is capable of making decisions that are not determined by antecedent conditions. Of course, there may be antecedent considerations, such as what a person wants or what a person believes, but free will means that such considerations never determine a person’s decision. At most they “enter into the decision.”

Least of the Evils

A principle involved in decision making that opts for the less harmful or least undesirable option among several bad choices.

Process Philosophy

A philosophical approach that emphasizes becoming, change, and the dynamic nature of reality over static being or existence.

Creating Himself

The philosophical concept of an individual actively shaping their own identity, character, and essence through their choices and actions.