Discuss the Validity and Effect of Each of the Following

question 31

Essay

Discuss the validity and effect of each of the following:
a. Two manufacturers of the same product decide to allocate territories with one taking the southern states.
b. A labor union encourages its members and all consumers to boycott a product manufactured by a company that refuses to honor a union contract.
c. Betty's Bargain Department Store sells its products for 10% under the suggested retail price. One manufacturer tells the store it will not supply wholesale goods to it unless it charges at least the suggested retail price.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

is a cognitive bias where an individual underestimates situational factors and overestimates personal characteristics when explaining others' behaviors.

Internal Factors

Elements within an organization or individual that affect performance, decisions, and outcomes.

Role Conflicts

Situations where there are contradictory expectations or demands associated with a single role or between multiple roles held by an individual.

Role Ambiguities

Uncertainty faced by individuals when the expectations and responsibilities of their role are not clearly defined.