In the Competitive Form of the Multidivisional Structure, the Focus

question 48

Multiple Choice

In the competitive form of the multidivisional structure, the focus of headquarters is on all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) integration.
• B) performance appraisal.
• C) resource allocation.
• D) long-range planning.

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Definitions:

Falsifiability

A principle stating that for a hypothesis to be scientifically valid, it must be possible to conceive an observation or an argument which could negate it.

Intuition

The ability to understand or know something immediately, based on feelings rather than facts.

Cognitive Biases

Systematic patterns of deviation from norm or rationality in judgment, whereby inferences about other people and situations may be drawn in an illogical fashion.

Motivational Biases

Distortions in perception or judgment caused by personal desires, needs, or emotions rather than evidence or reason.