Which of the Following Is an Example of the Influence

question 170

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of the influence tactic of controlling information?

• A)A new executive immediately posts his diplomas and awards on the office wall for others to see.
• B)To demonstrate that cost overrun errors aren't due to production employees,the production manager privately shows senior executives examples of how the marketing manager makes mistakes on orders.
• C)The vice-president of marketing deliberately places an issue that she dislikes near the bottom of next meeting's agenda (rather than near the top)so there is less chance the meeting will have time to address that issue.
• D)To increase the chances of promotion to a more senior job in the company,an employee exaggerates to management about his role on the executive of a non-profit group.
• E)Airline employees threaten to go on strike just a few weeks before the company begins its busiest season and most profitable part of the year.

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Definitions:

NAAQS

The National Ambient Air Quality Standards, which are the limits set by the United States Environmental Protection Agency for pollutants considered harmful to public health and the environment.

Council on Environmental Quality

A division of the Executive Office of the President that advises the U.S. president on environmental policies and initiatives.

Environmental Issues

Problems related to the natural environment due to human activities, including pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss, requiring sustainable solutions.

EPA

Stands for the Environmental Protection Agency, which is a U.S. federal agency tasked with protecting human health and the environment through regulations and enforcement.