Which of the Following Is an Example of the Influence

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of the influence tactic of forming coalitions?

• A) Employees get together to show management that they collectively demand that the company purchase new computer equipment.
• B) Some employees of an airline threaten to go on strike just a few weeks before the company begins its busiest season and most profitable part of the year.
• C) A new executive immediately posts her diplomas and awards on the office wall for others to see.
• D) 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.
• E) Employees present facts and logical arguments to change the attitude of their boss.

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Definitions:

Dividend Payout Ratio

The fraction of net earnings a firm pays out to its shareholders as dividends, showing the portion of earnings distributed relative to the amount retained.

Stockholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a corporation after deducting its liabilities.

Net Income

The total profit of a company after all expenses, including taxes, have been deducted from revenues.

Common Stock

A type of equity security that represents ownership in a corporation, granting holders voting rights and a share of the profits.