Which of the Following Is an Example of Diffusion of Responsibility

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of diffusion of responsibility?

• A)Paul allows his secretary to make certain decisions without consulting him.
• B)After her boss's decision turned out to be wrong, Sally said she knew all along that it was wrong.
• C)The surgery team decided on a more conservative operating technique when they discussed the operation face-to-face.
• D)A firing squad of ten soldiers was used to execute the prisoner.
• E)As Douglas accepted the award on behalf of his department, he made a point of acknowledging the contributions of his colleagues.

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Definitions:

Goodwill

The intangible value of a business that arises from brand reputation, customer relationships, intellectual property, and other non-physical assets.

External Clients

Individuals or entities outside an organization who use or purchase the services or products of a business.

Goodwill

A term in both accounting and general usage that refers to the established reputation of a business considered as a quantifiable asset.

Audience's Needs

The requirements or interests of the group to whom information is being communicated.