Armand Runs a Small Company, and Although He Is Generally

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Multiple Choice

Armand runs a small company, and although he is generally happy with his staff, he would like to see them increase their productivity and develop a greater long-term sense of personal identification with the company. The best way for him to achieve that is to

• A) establish a hierarchical environment, tell employees they have to improve, and emphasize the fact that he is boss.
• B) create a structured environment and focus on teaching employees that improved skills will help them keep their jobs.
• C) maintain a friendly environment, help them improve their work skills, and make sure they always remember who is boss.
• D) work on making the office a fun place, take less of a direct approach to job skills, and make sure employees know that he cares.
• E) construct an open environment, dedicate himself to helping his employees achieve their goals, and take the emphasis off hierarchy.

Identify key figures of the Renaissance and their contributions to the development of the style.

Understand the influences of different styles (Byzantine, French Gothic, Hellenistic, Classical) on Renaissance and medieval art.

Recognize the characteristics and influences in the works of major artists like Duccio, Nicola Pisano, and Simone Martini.

Know the commissioners and the purposes behind significant art commissions of the period.

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Definitions:

Monopolistic Competition

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Negative Economic Profits

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Optimal Level

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Short Run

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