In Lewin's Force-Field Theory, What Occurs When the Forces for Change

question 11

Multiple Choice

In Lewin's force-field theory, what occurs when the forces for change are greater than the resistance to change?

• A) Top management must use coercion in order to stabilize the organization.
• B) Inertia will prevent the organization from leaving.
• C) Change will occur.
• D) The organization will experience a strategic shift.

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Definitions:

Feelings of Anger

Emotional responses characterized by annoyance, displeasure, or hostility towards someone or something perceived as harmful or threatening.

Lose-lose Conflicts

Situations in conflict resolution where all parties involved suffer losses or negative outcomes.

Avoidance

A conflict management style in which the person pretends that a conflict doesn’t really exist.

Accommodation

A conflict management style in which the person plays down differences and highlights similarities to reduce conflict.