Michelle Wants to Apply the Job Characteristics Model to Her

question 91

Multiple Choice

Michelle wants to apply the Job Characteristics Model to her employees' work.She plans to increase the number of diverse tasks and skills used to perform each job.Michelle is trying to change the ________ of the jobs.

• A)skill variety
• B)task identity
• C)task significance
• D)autonomy

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Definitions:

Referent Power

A form of influence based on the charisma and interpersonal appeal of the leader, rather than on formal authority.

Positive Relationship

A connection between two or more entities characterized by mutual respect, cooperation, and beneficial outcomes for all involved.

Coercive Power

The ability of a person or organization to force others to comply with demands or orders through threats or punishment.

Reward Power

Refers to the ability of a person to influence the behavior of others by offering them something desirable as an incentive.