In the Context of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)and the VRIO

question 26

Multiple Choice

In the context of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the VRIO (Value,Rarity,Imitability,and Organization) framework,which of the following is true of organization?

• A) Formal management control systems and informal relationships between managers and employees are not relevant in improving the organizational capabilities of a firm.
• B) Complementary assets,by themselves,typically help in improving a firm's organizational capabilities.
• C) Complementary assets,when combined with valuable,rare,and hard-to-imitate capabilities,may enable a firm to fully utilize its corporate social responsibility (CSR)potential.
• D) A firm's organizational capabilities enable it to exploit the full potential of corporate social responsibility (CSR)when its resources are simple and common.

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Definitions:

Acculturation

The process through which individuals or groups from one culture adopt practices, values, and norms of another culture, often while still retaining aspects of their original culture.

Gender Role Expectations

The social norms and cultural beliefs about the behaviors and attitudes considered appropriate for males and females.

Religiosity

The intensity or expression of religious feelings, practices, or beliefs in an individual's life.

Cultural Strengths

Characteristics, values, and behaviors that are positively embraced and promoted within a specific culture.