On the Whole, Studies of Predispositional Variables Have Shown That

question 29

Multiple Choice

On the whole, studies of predispositional variables have shown that:

• A) a 'competitive' person seems to act competitively regardless of the behaviour of others
• B) keeping gender, age and culture aside, some people are still more predisposed to cooperation than others
• C) predispositional effects are generally overridden by the effects of the structure of the situation
• D) all of the above
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

LMX Model

Leader-Member Exchange Model, a theory that emphasizes the dyadic relationship between leaders and followers, focusing on how these relationships influence organizational outcomes.

Intraorganizational Competition

Competition within an organization, often between departments or teams, for resources, recognition, or power.

Work Related Transactions

The interactions or exchanges that occur in a professional setting, involving tasks, services, or information.

Transformational Leader

A leader who inspires followers to exceed their own self-interests for the good of the organization, creating significant positive changes.