An Effective Mission Statement Does All of the Following EXCEPT

question 115

Multiple Choice

An effective mission statement does all of the following EXCEPT

• A) it reflects judgments about future growth directions that are based upon forward-looking external and internal analyses.
• B) it provides useful criteria for selecting among alternative strategies.
• C) it provides a basis for generating and screening strategic options.
• D) it is static in orientation.
• E) it should be enduring.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attributional Error

The tendency to overemphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underemphasizing the role and power of situational influences.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state in which an individual experiences discomfort due to holding contradictory beliefs, attitudes, or actions simultaneously.

Foot-In-The-Door Phenomenon

A compliance tactic that involves getting a person to agree to a small request to increase the likelihood they will agree to a larger request later.

Peripheral Route Persuasion

A method of persuasion that relies on superficial cues to promote a response without demanding critical analysis of the content of the message.