The Psychological Contract

question 47

Multiple Choice

The psychological contract

• A) is legally enforceable in federal courts.
• B) is a concept mainly relevant to hourly and lower-level employees rather than managerial and professional employees.
• C) is stable and unlikely to change during the employee's relationship with the organization.
• D) can create either a positive or a negative relationship between an employee and his/her employer.

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Definitions:

Organizational Communication

is the study and practice of how information is created, shared, and interpreted within organizations to achieve common goals and manage operations.

Parental-Leave

A policy allowing mothers and fathers to take time off from work to care for their newborn or newly adopted children, emphasizing the importance of child-rearing participation.

Career Commitment

Involves an individual's dedication and loyalty to a career path, often reflected in a willingness to invest in professional development and make sacrifices for career advancement.

Feminism

A social, political, and economic movement aiming for equal rights and opportunities for women.