Which of the Following Is True of Managers' Influence on and Control

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of managers' influence on and control over job characteristics and the characteristics of the people in an organization?

• A) Managers can influence or control both job characteristics and the basic characteristics of people.
• B) Managers can influence or control job characteristics, but they usually cannot control the basic characteristics of people.
• C) Managers can influence or control the basic characteristics of people, but they usually cannot control job characteristics.
• D) Managers can neither influence or control job characteristics nor can they control the basic characteristics of people.

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Definitions:

Self-actualisation Needs

The highest level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs, representing the fulfillment of personal potential and self-fulfillment.

Self-fulfilment

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, especially considered as a drive or need present in everyone.

Creative Extent

The range or degree of creativity displayed in thought, invention, or expression.

Maslow's Need Hierarchy

A psychological theory that categorizes human needs into a hierarchical structure, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.