When Authorities Are Perceived as Benevolent, It Means That They

question 10

Multiple Choice

When authorities are perceived as benevolent, it means that they

• A) care for employees, are concerned about their well-being, and feel a sense of loyalty to them.
• B) display hostile verbal and nonverbal behaviors, excluding physical contact.
• C) reward employees for exposing illegal or immoral actions by their organization.
• D) lack a general expectation that the words and promises of employees can be relied upon.
• E) hinder employees' ability to focus, which reflects the degree to which employees can devote their attention to work.

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Definitions:

Routine Inquiry

A standard or regular question posed to obtain information or clarification on a specific matter.

Recommended Plan

A suggested course of action or strategy devised for a specific purpose or goal.

Internal Operational Messages

Communications within an organization that relate to its routine activities and functions.

Types

Various categories or classes into which people or things are divided based on shared characteristics or qualities.