In the Face of Demographic Pressures Dealing with an Aging

question 17

Multiple Choice

In the face of demographic pressures dealing with an aging workforce, many employers try to induce _____ among their older workers through early retirement incentive programs.

• A)paid leave
• B)work penalties
• C)work sharing
• D)voluntary attrition
• E)transfers

Analyze the difference between personal power and institutional power in managerial context.

Assess the impact of critical factors and strategic contingencies on organizational effectiveness.

Understand the conditions that increase or reduce a subunit's power within an organization.

Identify the attributes of effective managers according to David McClelland's theory.

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Definitions:

Play

A form of activity engaged in for enjoyment, relaxation, or educational purposes, often with rules and interactive elements.

Truth-wins Rule

A principle in group decision-making where the best argument or evidence available overwhelmingly persuades the group, leading to a consensus.

Majority-wins Rule

A decision-making strategy where the option chosen by the majority of participants is selected.

First-shift Rule

A principle or guideline that gives priority or preference to tasks or activities performed during the first part of the workday.