The Evaluation of a Subunit Should Be Separated from the Evaluation

question 126

Multiple Choice

The evaluation of a subunit should be separated from the evaluation of the subunit's manager because

• A)a subunit always shows better performance.
• B)an excellent manager may be doing the best job possible in a poor subunit.
• C)poor performance by managers may cause subunits to perform poorly.
• D)GAAP requires separate evaluations of managers and the respective subunits.

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Definitions:

Situational Factors

External influences that can affect an individual's behavior or performance, such as environmental conditions or social circumstances.

Dispositional Factors

Internal factors such as beliefs, attitudes, personality traits, and genetics that influence behavior.

Zimbardo

Refers to Philip Zimbardo, a psychologist known for conducting the Stanford prison experiment that explored the effects of perceived power and authority on behavior.

Bystander Intervention

The phenomenon where individuals witnessing an emergency or crime are more or less likely to assist the victim based on the presence of other witnesses.