Morgan, a Consultant, Was Assigned to an Overseas Project in China

question 56

Multiple Choice

Morgan, a consultant, was assigned to an overseas project in China for a period of two years. After only seven months, Morgan's manager decides to bring Morgan back to the home country and replace him with someone else in China. Which statement, if true, is most likely to have caused this decision?

• A) Morgan exhibited the ability to effectively communicate in Mandarin.
• B) Morgan exhibited a sense of intolerance toward collectivist ideals.
• C) Morgan exhibited high levels of extroversion that were required for the job.
• D) Morgan exhibited high levels of cohesiveness.
• E) Morgan exhibited lower levels of disillusionment than other employees.

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Definitions:

Meaningful Task

A task perceived as significant and valuable by an individual, often leading to increased motivation and engagement.

Social Loafing

The phenomenon where individuals exert less effort to achieve a goal when they work in a group than when they work alone.

Identifiable Contributions

Specific inputs or efforts by individuals or groups that can be directly linked to a particular outcome or result.

Coordination Efforts

The act of organizing and harmonizing activities, tasks, or individuals effectively to achieve a common goal.