Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 150

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) Managers who show interest in their subordinates' private lives are accorded higher power in South American organizations than in North American organizations.
• B) Workers in Denmark expect managers to make risky decisions.
• C) Consultative-oriented managers have an advantage when trying to maneuver through the political systems of power-directive cultures.
• D) Workers in Greece expect managers to maintain low levels of uncertainty. Managers who can do this will have power.

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Definitions:

Political Skill

The ability to effectively understand others at work and to use such knowledge to influence others to act in ways that enhance one's personal or organizational objectives.

Social Astuteness

The ability to understand and effectively navigate social interactions and environments.

Apparent Sincerity

The quality of appearing genuine, honest, and truthful in one's actions or expressions.

Political Skills

The ability to effectively understand others at work and to use such knowledge to influence others to act in ways that enhance one’s personal and/or organizational objectives.