Why Is the Executive Support System Popular Among Senior-Level Managers

question 102

Multiple Choice

Why is the executive support system popular among senior-level managers?

• A) Because they prefer systems that are easily accessible and adaptable
• B) Because they do not trust the knowledge from grapevines
• C) Because these systems are specially designed to imitate the thought processes of human experts in a particular field
• D) Because these computer-based systems are capable of reasoning
• E) Because these systems allow outsiders limited access to a firm's intranet

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Definitions:

Behavioral Intention

An individual's conscious plan or decision to exert effort to perform a particular behavior, often influenced by attitudes towards the behavior and subjective norms.

Theory of Reasoned Action

A psychological theory that predicts an individual's behavior based on their intention to perform that behavior, which is influenced by attitudes towards the behavior and subjective norms.

Planned Behavior

Refers to the Theory of Planned Behavior, which predicts how individuals' intentions toward behaviors are influenced by attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.

Attitude Strength

The durability and impact of an attitude on behavior and thoughts, with stronger attitudes being more consistent, resistant to change, and predictive of behavior.