John Dakota Works in the Sales Division of a Large

question 27

Multiple Choice

John Dakota works in the sales division of a large consumer goods company. Many of his coworkers have noticed a drop in his performance over the last few months. He has been taking frequent leaves, or calling in sick as well. He recently asked his manager, Mr. Carr, to transfer him to another division of the company and has been asked to substantiate his request with reasons. Which of the following statements is true with regard to John?

• A) John's physiological and safety needs are unmet.
• B) John's work environment provides a lot of motivators for him.
• C) John is in the physical withdrawal stage.
• D) John's behavior change in the recent past has gone unnoticed.
• E) John is disengaged and completely uninvolved in his work demands.

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