Which of the Following Is an Example of a Negative

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a negative externality?

• A) A Japanese company begins to produce cars, which causes American workers to lose their jobs.
• B) An employee of a chemical company spills acid on his arm, causing severe damage.
• C) John plants fruit trees in his front yard, which attracts bees, which sting neighbor Mary.
• D) Sally buys coffee at McDonald's, spills some on her, and burns her arm.

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Definitions:

Shared Training Facilities

Training resources or locations that are used collaboratively by multiple organizations or departments to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Inter-Unit Conflict

Disagreements or disputes that arise between different units or departments within an organization, potentially affecting its functioning and performance.

Conflict Sources

The origins or causes of disagreements or disputes, which can range from personal differences to conflicting objectives or resources.

Expert Power

The influence possessed by an individual due to their expertise, skills, or knowledge in a particular area.