Pete, a Human Resource Intern, Was Given an Assignment by His

question 11

Multiple Choice

Pete, a human resource intern, was given an assignment by his manager that meant he must obtain information from other departments to complete it, but some departments refused to share information with an intern. Pete was frustrated because he did not have the power to get the information he needed. In the context of this situation, Pete's manager made the mistake of

• A) delegating inappropriate tasks to an intern.
• B) assigning responsibility without delegating adequate authority.
• C) "passing the buck" for Pete's performance.
• D) becoming accountable for Pete's work.
• E) overestimating Pete's capabilities.

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Definitions:

Perception

The process by which individuals select, organize, and interpret sensory information to form a meaningful picture of the world.

Love/Belonging

A fundamental human need for deep interpersonal relationships and a sense of community.

Intimacy

The closeness and understanding between individuals or between a business and its customers, fostered through trust and personalized interactions.

Friendship

A mutual relationship of affection, trust, and support between two people that is not based on kinship.