Evelyn Has Worked for the Boston Branch of Clarity Systems

question 23

Multiple Choice

Evelyn has worked for the Boston branch of Clarity Systems for the past ten years.She is being transferred to head the Madrid office of her company.Since the transfer was a hurried one,there was no time to train Evelyn in the specifics of doing business in the Spanish culture.As soon as she arrived in Madrid,Evelyn had to conduct negotiations for the renewal of several supplier contracts.One of the suppliers gave her an expensive watch,saying that it was a custom of the country to give business associates gifts.Evelyn is unsure whether she should accept the gift as it seems like a bribe.Which one of the following ethical guidelines will help Evelyn determine whether or not to accept the gift?

• A)respecting core human rights
• B)respecting local traditions
• C)determining right from wrong by examining context
• D)using ethnocentrism
• E)increasing power distance

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Definitions:

Organizational Commitment

The psychological attachment and loyalty an employee feels towards their organization, influencing their willingness to contribute to the company's goals.

Turnover

The act of replacing one employee with another, usually quantified as a rate within organizations, reflecting the number of employees leaving.

Citizenship Behaviour

Citizenship Behaviour pertains to actions taken by employees that contribute positively to the organizational culture and environment but are not directly part of their formal job duties.

Commitment

Commitment refers to a psychological state or attitude signifying an individual's dedication to a cause, activity, or the pursuit of set goals, often manifesting in loyalty and perseverance.