Tom Was a Sickly Child and Always Felt Helpless

question 7

Multiple Choice

Tom was a sickly child and always felt helpless. According to Adler, as an adult Tom will probably

• A) be a complete invalid.
• B) lose all interest in his social environment.
• C) attempt to overcompensate.
• D) become obsessed with his persona.

Analyze the effectiveness of different influence practices and tactics.

Recognize the role of superiors, peers, and subordinates in organizational influence.

Use referent power effectively in the workplace.

Evaluate the ethical considerations of influence tactics.

---

Definitions:

Obvious-to-try TSM Standard

A legal standard in patent law indicating that an invention is not patentable if it was obvious for someone skilled in the art to attempt.

Innovation

The process of creating new ideas, products, or methods, or the implementation of these new adaptations to bring about significant change or improvement.

Patentable

Refers to an invention or discovery that meets the legal qualifications to be protected by a patent.

Treaty Powers

The authority vested in a country's government to negotiate and enter into formal agreements with other nations or international entities.