Who Is a Key Stakeholder in an Organization

question 8

Multiple Choice

Who is a key stakeholder in an organization?

• A) a person who is directly affected by the organization's activities
• B) a person who is only indirectly affected by the organization's activities
• C) a person who can directly influence an organization's activities
• D) a person who can only indirectly influence an organization's activities

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Definitions:

Sensing

Gathering information through the five senses and focusing on what actually exists.

Escalation of Commitment

Describes a pattern of behavior in which individuals continue to invest time, money, or effort into a decision or action despite evidence of its failure, often due to a desire to justify prior commitments.

Splitting Responsibility

Dividing duties, tasks, or obligations among individuals or groups to ensure accountability and efficiency in achieving objectives.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state characterized by experiencing conflicting thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes, especially relating to behavioral decisions and attitude change.