Which of the Following Will Increase the Probability That a Lower-Level

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will increase the probability that a lower-level manager will become a successful strategic leader?

• A) Appointing many outside Board members.
• B) Increasing the firm's sales.
• C) Increasing the homogeneity of the top management team.
• D) Training and development programs.

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Definitions:

Alderfer

Psychologist Clayton Alderfer developed the ERG theory, which outlines three core needs: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth, as motivation drivers.

Maslow

Refers to Abraham Maslow, an American psychologist best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs in priority.

Growth Needs

Refers to the intrinsic desire for personal development, achievement, and self-actualization beyond basic material or survival needs.

Physiological Needs

The basic physical requirements for human survival, such as air, water, food, shelter, and sleep, which must be met to pursue higher-level needs.