Organizational Leaders Are Concerned About Apathy and Decreased Productivity Among

question 151

Multiple Choice

Organizational leaders are concerned about apathy and decreased productivity among associates whose jobs have high levels of specialization. They redesign jobs using job enlargement. However, when they are informed that their jobs will be changing, associates are unhappy and resistant to the changes. Which of the following is the most likely cause of their resistance to change?

• A) They believe the changes will decrease organizational productivity.
• B) The changes will result in unfair distribution of duties.
• C) They do not understand what the changes will entail.
• D) They realize that they do not have the skills to handle their new duties.
• E) The changes will require them to work harder.

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