In Ransom V

question 61

Multiple Choice

In Ransom v.FIA Card Services,Ransom filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy protection and listed among his living expenses the standard amount allowed in the Bankruptcy Code for car ownership costs.Ransom owned his car outright and had no car payment.FIA challenged the car deduction.The court held that Ransom could

• A) take the deduction because he met the means test.
• B) take the deduction because the statutory language was ambiguous.
• C) not take the deduction because it was limited to debtors who were required to make loan or lease payments on a car.
• D) take the deduction because denying it would send a message to debtors to take out car loans rather than pay them off.

Define and understand the concept of "faultline" in diverse teams and its potential impact.

Recognize the operational characteristics and strategic importance of different types of teams within organizations.

Explore the function of multi-team systems and their role in organizational goals.

Understand the roles and behaviors of team members in intergroup dynamics, including competition and cooperation.

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Definitions:

Free Ride

A situation where one benefits from others' efforts without contributing to the cost or effort involved.

Deindividuation

A psychological state where an individual loses self-awareness and feels less responsible for their actions, often occurring within group settings.

Self-Awareness

Perception of one’s self-identity, emotional experiences, incentives, and goals.

Irresponsible Behavior

Actions that show a lack of consideration for the consequences of one's actions, especially in regard to others' welfare and rights.