A Manager Remarks, "In the Problem-Solving Climate, It Is Important

question 18

Multiple Choice

A manager remarks, "In the problem-solving climate, it is important for the initiator's comment to be brief and to the point. The longer the opening statement, the longer it will take the two parties to work through their problem." What should you do?

• A) You should agree.
• B) You should disagree because clearly it is important to get all your feelings out in the opening statement so the responder knows where you stand. The longer the problem statement is, the more complete it is.
• C) You should disagree because the initiator should ask for suggestions of acceptable alternatives.

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Definitions:

Compass Needle

The magnetized pointer on a compass that aligns itself with the Earth's magnetic field to indicate the direction of magnetic north.

Seamounts

Underwater mountains formed by volcanic activity, not reaching the ocean's surface, and often a hotspot of marine life.

Island Chains

Sequential islands formed close to each other, often as a result of volcanic activity, and stretching out over distances in the ocean.

Seafloor Spreading

The process by which new oceanic crust is formed at mid-ocean ridges and slowly moves outward from the ridge, contributing to continental drift.