Which of the Following Is NOT True of Organizational Development

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of Organizational Development?

• A)It is often used when change is necessary.
• B)It often utilizes surveys to determine external environmental factors.
• C)Surveys are often administered by outside consulting groups.
• D)Survey results are used to remedy organizational problems.
• E)Team development is a common goal of organizational development.

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Definitions:

Utility

In economics, the total satisfaction received from consuming a good or service, often used to analyze choices and preferences.

Core Assumption

A fundamental belief or principle that is accepted as true without proof and is foundational to a particular theory or philosophical standpoint.

Exchange Theory

A social theory that describes social relationships in terms of costs and benefits, rewards, and punishments.

Atomistic Approaches

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