You Cut Down a Tree and Count 23 Annual Rings

question 25

Multiple Choice

You cut down a tree and count 23 annual rings in the trunk.You conclude that the tree is

• A) most likely 23 years old.
• B) probably 230 years old.
• C) 46 years old.
• D) this does not tell the age of the tree.
• E) 12.5 years old.

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Definitions:

Counterproductive Work Behavior

entails actions by employees that harm the interests and functioning of an organization, including theft, sabotage, and workplace aggression.

Organizational Citizenship Behavior

Voluntary employee behaviors that contribute to organizational goals by improving the context in which work takes place.

Baby Busters

A term sometimes used to refer to individuals born during periods of declining birth rates, particularly following the baby boom era.

Work-Oriented Value

A belief or attitude that places importance and value on work and productivity.