The Contingency Approach Suggests That

question 15

Multiple Choice

The contingency approach suggests that

• A) there is one best way to manage.
• B) OB theories apply to all situations.
• C) a manager needs to learn a set of hard-and-fast rules.
• D) the best answer depends on the situation.
• E) management practices from the past can be applied to today's situations.

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Definitions:

Electrical State

An electrical state refers to the condition of an electrical component or system, such as being charged, discharged, on, or off.

Drum Switch

A switch used to change the direction of rotation of an electric motor or machine tool.

Selector Switch

A switch that allows the user to choose between multiple states or modes of operation within a circuit by turning a knob or lever to the desired position.

Toggle Switch

"A panel-mounted switch with an extended lever; normally used for on/off switching."