Paul Manages the Buick Division at GM, and Joan Oversees

question 3

Multiple Choice

Paul manages the Buick division at GM, and Joan oversees the Pontiac division at GM. Paul views the environment as hostile and uncertain. Joan views the environment as stable and sees many opportunities. What is likely the cause of this difference in perspective?

• A) Differences in organizational capabilities
• B) Differences in intellectual capabilities
• C) Differences in cognitive structures
• D) Differences in organizational learning

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