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Members of a work team are in a meeting where the director of the department is present. At the end of the meeting, the presenter asks, "What are your reactions to my presentation? " The members of the work team look at the director and wait for his response. Which factors most likely determine a person's power in this organization?


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Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to over-emphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while under-emphasizing the role and power of situational influences.

Situational

Relating to or dependent upon a specific set of circumstances or the context in which an event occurs.

Personal Dispositions

Enduring characteristics or traits that influence behaviors and attitudes.

Central Route Persuasion

A method of persuasion that employs direct, relevant, logical messages aimed at creating a thoughtful and reasoned response.

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