Rather Than Looking for Problems, ________ Seeks to Identify the Unique

question 10

Multiple Choice

Rather than looking for problems, ________ seeks to identify the unique qualities and special strengths of an organization, which can then be built upon to improve performance.

• A) appreciative inquiry
• B) action research
• C) team building
• D) process consultation
• E) social reinforcement

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Definitions:

Denial

A defense mechanism in which confrontation with a personal problem or with reality is avoided by denying the existence of the problem or reality.

Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)

A projective test consisting of drawings of ambiguous human situations, which the test taker describes; thought to reveal inner feelings, conflicts, and motives, which are projected onto the test materials.

Diagnostic Tool

An instrument or technique used to identify the nature or cause of a condition, disorder, or disease.

Empirical Testing

The method of using observation and experiment to test hypotheses and theories, often employed in the scientific method.