Given the Environment in Which Organizations Must Function Today,which of the Following

question 45

Multiple Choice

Given the environment in which organizations must function today,which of the following statements about human resource management (HRM) is FALSE?

• A) HRM should have an important place because of the complex legal environment.
• B) HRM should be a part of the strategic planning process.
• C) HRM should be left to line managers because they know their people best.
• D) HRM should be viewed as a means of significantly increasing productivity.
• E) Human capital reflects the organization's investment in attracting,retaining,and motivating an effective workforce.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Social Pressure

The influence that is exerted by society or a social group on individuals to conform to expected norms and behaviors.

Problem-solving Process

A systematic sequence of actions aimed at finding a solution to a particular issue.

Meeting

A gathering of two or more people that is convened for the purpose of achieving a common goal through verbal interaction, such as sharing information or reaching agreement.