The Higher a Unit Reports in a Firm's Hierarchy, The

question 2

Multiple Choice

The higher a unit reports in a firm's hierarchy, the:

• A) less dependent it is on organizational resources.
• B) more likely it will be the first to go during downsizing.
• C) more power it acquires.
• D) less likely it is to accrue opportunity power.

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Definitions:

Ponzo Illusion

A visual illusion where two horizontal lines of identical length appear to be of different lengths because of converging parallel lines.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions such as breathing and keeping warm.

Set Point

A theory suggesting that an individual's body weight is maintained around a biologically determined point, with the body regulating metabolism to maintain weight around this point.

Drive

An internal motivational state created by physiological needs that drives an organism to fulfill those needs.