Which of the Following Examples of Work Involves the Core

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples of work involves the core job characteristic of identity?

• A) Min-jun took two years to write a novel, from starting the first draft to getting it published.
• B) Malik works as a jack-of-all trades, which includes carpentry, plumbing, and yard work.
• C) Harry spends most his day driving from place to place, trying to sell appliances.
• D) Joan works as a therapist rehabilitating accident victims so they can walk again.
• E) Diego requires little supervision for his office work because it involves standardized forms.

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Definitions:

Self-Managing Teams

Groups of workers who are given autonomy to plan and execute their tasks, often without direct supervision, fostering collaboration and shared responsibility.

Day-To-Day Basis

Refers to the daily, routine occurrences or operations, emphasizing regular or frequent activity.

Informal Teams

Groups that form naturally within the workplace, based on personal relationships rather than structured by the organization.

Workplace Issues

Problems or challenges that arise in the workplace environment, often relating to interpersonal relationships, work conditions, and organizational structure.