Which of the Following Could Be Considered a Core Competency

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could be considered a core competency?

• A) Zappos' 365-day return policy
• B) NutriSystem's claim that users lose weight by eating
• C) McDonald's ability to fry hamburgers quickly
• D) Southwest Airlines' ability to make flying fun

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Definitions:

Social Structure

The organized pattern of social relationships and social institutions that together compose society, influencing individual behaviors and opportunities.

Cognitive

Relating to the process of thinking, understanding, learning, and remembering, which encompasses various mental activities like perception, reasoning, and judgment.

Dual-Process Theory

A cognitive psychology theory that proposes there are two distinct systems for processing information: a fast, automatic, intuitive system, and a slower, more analytical, deliberate system.

Social Identity Theory

A psychological theory that explains how individuals categorize themselves and others into groups, influencing their sense of self and their interactions with others.