Significantly Reducing the Number of Staff Members in an Organization

question 20

Multiple Choice

Significantly reducing the number of staff members in an organization for cost containment purposes is a process generally referred to as

• A) abasing.
• B) attrition.
• C) downsizing.
• D) erosion.

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Definitions:

Personality Disorders

Mental health conditions characterized by enduring patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience that deviate from the expectations of the culture.

Personality Disorder

A type of mental disorder characterized by enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience.

Maladaptive Behavior

Actions or tendencies that are counterproductive to one's own well-being or ability to meet needs.

Psychological Disorder

A pattern of behavioral or psychological symptoms that impact multiple life areas and/or bring significant distress.