Elisa,a Student of Human Resource Management,believes That an Organization That

question 95

Multiple Choice

Elisa,a student of human resource management,believes that an organization that follows the progressive discipline system would never have a consequence that is clear,objective,and immediate because its objective is to prevent misbehavior and to correct,rather than merely punish,misbehavior.However,Elisa's professor,Stefan,argues that such responses are also possible.Which of the following situations would most likely strengthen Stefan's argument?

• A) If the situation is such that the misbehavior is dangerous and the organization establishes a stricter discipline policy
• B) If the procedure seems exasperatingly slow, especially when an employee's misdeeds hurt a team's performance
• C) If careful use of the procedure increases other employees' belief that the organization is fair
• D) If careful use of the procedure reduces the likelihood that the problem employee will sue the organization
• E) If careful use of the procedure reduces the likelihood that the employee will win in court

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Commitment

The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, or job; wholeheartedly engaged and loyal.

Project Manger

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Authority that is recognized and accepted by others within an organizational structure.

Expert Power

The influence wielded by an individual or group due to their expertise, skills, or experience in a particular domain.