Which of the Following Would Be Most Likely to Cause

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be most likely to cause employees to ignore intermediate- and long-term planning?

• A) Strong emphasis on short-term goals such as quarterly profits
• B) Overemphasis on quantitative goals
• C) Extremely challenging goals
• D) Means-end inversion
• E) Overemphasis on qualitative goals

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Definitions:

Kamakura Period

A period in Japanese history running from 1185 to 1333, marked by the rule of the Kamakura shogunate and noted for the emergence of the samurai class and the spread of Zen Buddhism.

Esoteric Buddhism

A branch of Buddhism focusing on secret teachings and rituals meant to be understood or practiced by a select group of initiates.

Zen Buddhism

A branch of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes meditation, personal insight, and simplicity to achieve enlightenment.

Legends of Mount Shigi

Likely refers to historical or religious narratives associated with Mount Shigi in Japan, though not a widely recognized term in literature or history.