Which of the Following Statements About the Effects of Trust

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the effects of trust on performance and commitment is true?

• A)Trust has a strong positive effect on performance.
• B)Employees who are willing to be vulnerable to authorities tend to have higher levels of task performance.
• C)Trust has a moderate positive effect on commitment.
• D)Employees who are willing to be vulnerable to authorities tend to have lower levels of affective commitment.
• E)Employees who are willing to be vulnerable to authorities tend to have lower levels of normative commitment.

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Definitions:

Machiavelli

A Renaissance Italian diplomat, philosopher, and writer, best known for his political treatise, "The Prince," focusing on political power and realism.

The Prince

A political treatise by Niccolò Machiavelli, detailing various political strategies for rulers to maintain power and control.

Self-Interest

The consideration of one's own advantage or benefit, often driving human behavior and decision-making.

Harold Innis

A Canadian professor and scholar known for his contributions to the field of economics and his theories on the societal impacts of communication media.