Which of the Following Statements Reflects the American Notions of the Importance

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements reflects the American notions of the importance of objectivity?

• A) American business is the hotbed of nepotism.
• B) Americans do not play favorites.
• C) In business, people matter more than economics and performance.
• D) Americans have little regard for decisions based upon the bottom line.
• E) American business is heavily skewed against meritocracy.

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Definitions:

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Behaviorism

A theory of learning which states that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning, emphasizing the role of environmental factors in shaping behavior.

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