Which of the Following Is True of Empowerment

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of empowerment?

• A) Managers lack confidence in the ability of employees to perform at high levels.
• B) Employees fail to accept personal responsibility for their work.
• C) Employees cannot bend the rules to do whatever they have to do to take care of the customer.
• D) Employees demonstrate more initiative and perseverance in pursuing organizational goals.
• E) Senior managers decide who gets what information.

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Definitions:

Organizational Behaviour

An area of study that investigates the impact of individuals, groups, and structures on behavior within organizations, aiming to apply such knowledge towards improving an organization's effectiveness.

The Interactionist Approach

A perspective emphasizing the importance of social interactions in the development of behaviors and attitudes.

Trait Activation Theory

Traits lead to certain behaviours only when the situation makes the need for the trait salient.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual’s behavior, thought patterns, and emotions.