A Mace Is Commonly Used at a University or College

question 86

Multiple Choice

A mace is commonly used at a university or college convocation ceremony. The mace was originally a weapon, then became the symbol of government, and now has become the symbol of authority of the institution to grant diplomas or degrees. In terms of organizational culture, the mace is an example of a(n) ____________ .

• A) visible artifact
• B) iconic representation
• C) organizational metaphor
• D) organizational allegory
• E) imbued legend

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Definitions:

Pons

A portion of the brainstem connecting the medulla oblongata and cerebellum with upper portions of the brain.

Corpus Callosum

A large bundle of nerve fibers connecting the two cerebral hemispheres of the brain, facilitating communication and coordination between them.

Dura Mater

The outer membrane covering the brain and spinal cord.

Paralyses

The loss of muscle function in part of your body, often resulting from damage to the nervous system.