The Supervisor of the Printing Shop Has Just Announced That

question 39

Multiple Choice

The supervisor of the printing shop has just announced that the company will buy new machines to replace the old ones. The word through the grapevine is that workers are not very receptive to this change because they believe new machines will need fewer operators. You have just returned from a workshop on change and resistance to change. Which of the following best describes the reason for resisting this change?

• A) threat to one's self interest
• B) uncertainty
• C) lack of confidence that change will succeed
• D) lack of conviction that change is necessary
• E) distrust of leadership
• F) threat to personal values
• G) fear of being manipulated

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Definitions:

Prejudice

Preconceived opinion or judgment about an individual or group that is not based on reason or actual experience.

Common Language

A shared form of communication among a group of people, facilitating mutual understanding and collaboration.

Diversity

The inclusion of individuals from a range of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, seen as a key factor in enriching group dynamics and problem-solving capacities.

Multicultural

Referring to or including several cultures, promoting diversity and inclusion in a social or organizational context.