A Business Is Liable for the Tort Actions of Its

question 31

True/False

A business is liable for the tort actions of its employees if carried out within the scope of their jobs.

Understand the concept of self-enhancement and its cultural variations.

Compare personality traits and self-esteem across different cultures and ethnic groups.

Investigate the importance of reference-group effect in self-assessment and cultural comparisons.

Examine cultural rules and systems that shape personality and social behavior.

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Definitions:

McGregor's Theory X

A management theory suggesting that employees are inherently lazy and need to be closely supervised.

Theory Y

A management concept that assumes employees are self-motivated, seek responsibility, and can solve work problems creatively.

Green Revolution

A period of technology transfer, starting in the 1940s, which significantly increased agriculture production worldwide, particularly in developing countries, through the use of modern farming techniques and technologies.

Human Relations Movement

A management theory focusing on the importance of social factors in the workplace and the well-being of employees, emphasizing that satisfied workers are more productive and efficient.