Why Might an Organization Demote an Employee to a Lower-Level

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why might an organization demote an employee to a lower-level position?

• A) to provide greater challenges to him or her.
• B) so that the employee can learn different skills
• C) to increase the employee's visibility
• D) so that the employee can get more authority
• E) to give the employee more responsibility

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Definitions:

Conflict Resolution

The process of resolving a dispute or disagreement through communication, negotiation, and problem-solving.

Assertiveness Skills

The ability to express one's views and stand up for oneself in a respectful and confident manner, without being aggressive.

Problem

is a situation, task, or concept that presents difficulty or requires a solution.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual's behavior, attitude, and emotions.