Which of the Following Statements About Counterpower in Organizational Relationships

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about counterpower in organizational relationships is TRUE?

• A) Counterpower is like an umbrella; it prevents anyone else from having any power over you.
• B) Counterpower is used by the stronger party to prevent the weaker party from leaving the relationship.
• C) Counterpower is the weaker party's power to maintain the stronger party's continued participation in the relationship.
• D) Counterpower is one of the ways that people have power by coping with uncertainty.
• E) Counterpower is a personality characteristic of people who crave power.

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Variable Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or output, such as materials and labor.

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The selling price per unit, minus the variable cost per unit, used to determine the profitability of products or services.

Fixed Costs

Business expenses that remain constant regardless of the level of goods or services produced.

Fixed Costs

Costs that do not change with the level of production or sales over a certain period, such as rent or salaries.