The Theory and Research That Underlies the Practical Application of OD

question 82

Multiple Choice

The theory and research that underlies the practical application of OD interventions in the workplace is known as ______.

• A) proactive research
• B) psychology
• C) organizational behavior
• D) social psychology

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Definitions:

Minority Of One

A situation where a single individual's opinion, behavior, or belief stands in opposition to that of the larger group.

Ally

A person, group, or nation that is united with another or others for some common purpose or benefit.

Majority Opinion

The judicial opinion agreed to by more than half of the members of a court that sets forth the decision reached in a case.

Asch's Studies

A series of experiments conducted by Solomon Asch focusing on the effects of peer pressure on conformity, demonstrating how individuals yield to or defy a majority group.