Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)Franklin Roosevelt had little faith that public opinion would preserve the social security program,and he expected it to be dismantled within a few decades.
• B)Public opinion on the usefulness of the social security system tends to swing back and forth dramatically with the health of the national economy.
• C)George W.Bush attempted to privatize aspects of social security,only to back down in the face of determined resistance.
• D)Franklin Roosevelt attempted to increase the size of the social security system,but backed down in the face of strong public opinion against any expansion.
• E)Ronald Reagan refused,against the wishes of his party,to propose reform of the social security system,because he knew public opinion would oppose it.

Comprehend the differences between various organizational structures and their strategic implications.

Understand the strategic significance of employee attributes like motivation, personality, and attitude in organizational success.

Recognize the role of top management in strategic planning and execution.

Differentiate between the concepts of mission statement, corporate strategies, and competitive strategies.

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Definitions:

Type A Personality

A personality type characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, aggressiveness, and a constant sense of urgency.

Type C Personality

A personality style characterized by difficulty expressing emotions, a high level of detail orientation, and a tendency towards introversion.

Counterdependent Personality

A personality trait characterized by a strong resistance to depending on others or forming close relationships, often as a defensive mechanism.

Transformational Coping

A method of managing stress and psychological strain by altering one’s perspective on the stressor, often resulting in personal growth or change.