Suppose That Office Building X Makes Use of an Open

question 175

Multiple Choice

Suppose that Office Building X makes use of an open floor plan with many shared spaces (rather than cubicles or offices) .This kind of floor plan is likely to increase productivity among some employees but decrease productivity among others.Of the people below, who is likely to suffer MOST?

• A)Tom, a copy machine operator
• B)Suzanne, an analyst
• C)Moe, a typist
• D)Ursula, a janitor

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Definitions:

Body Language

Nonverbal communication through physical behaviors, such as gestures, facial expressions, and posture.

Culture Shock

Describes the feeling of disorientation or uncertainty experienced by someone when they are suddenly subjected to an unfamiliar culture, way of life, or set of attitudes.

Non-material Culture

The ideas, beliefs, practices, and values of a society, in contrast to its physical objects and technology (material culture).

Material Culture

The physical objects, resources, and spaces that people use to define their culture, including homes, places of worship, and items of daily use.