According to the Text, We Seem to Have Reached a Point

question 69

Multiple Choice

According to the text, we seem to have reached a point where virtually every CIO is a(n) :

• A) global CIO-a leader whose sphere of influence (and headaches) spans continents
• B) global enterprise leader, capable of developing appropriate business and IT strategies for the global marketplace
• C) global politician who takes on the cultural, political, and geoeconomic challenges that exist in the international business community
• D) global technical expert, evaluating the infrastructure of the target country, including telephone and electricity transmission capabilities

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Definitions:

Discontinuity Effect

A phenomenon where intergroup interactions are more competitive or aggressive than interindividual interactions, often due to perceived group boundaries.

Abrupt Increases

Sudden and significant rises in the level, amount, or degree of something.

Competitive

A characteristic of individuals or entities that constantly strive to outperform others to achieve goals or attain superiority.

Scapegoat Theory

A social psychology theory suggesting that individuals or groups are blamed for wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others as a means of deflecting attention or responsibility.