With Respect to the Locus of Control Continuum, Sally Has

question 57

Multiple Choice

With respect to the locus of control continuum, Sally has an external orientation. Which of the following statements would she least likely make?

• A) "Hard work and perseverance pay off."
• B) "If my luck doesn't change, I'll never get married."
• C) "I failed my psychology final because the professor doesn't like me." D, "If I die in a car crash, then it was my time."

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Definitions:

Coordinating Mechanisms

Tools or methods used to integrate activities and efforts within an organization.

Span of Control

The number of subordinates a supervisor or manager can effectively manage, controlling the complexity and scalability of an organization.

Mechanistic Structure

An organizational structure characterized by rigid procedures, fixed duties, and a clear hierarchy of authority.

Decentralized

The distribution of administrative powers or functions across a wide range of authorities or locations rather than being concentrated in one.