Which of the Following Is the BEST Example of a Pathological

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the BEST example of a pathological aging factor?

• A) Joan carries a dominant gene that codes for the development of cancer.
• B) Bob carries a recessive gene that puts him at risk for developing heart problems.
• C) Luke has been severely obese since childhood, and he is now developing diabetes.
• D) Charlene is developing osteoporosis as the result of normal aging processes.

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Definitions:

Informal Communication

The exchange of information, ideas, and knowledge that occurs outside of formal communication channels, often spontaneously among colleagues.

Functional Structures

Organizational configurations that group together employees who perform similar functions or tasks.

Dysfunctional Conflict

A type of conflict that hinders organizational performance, disrupts operations, or negatively impacts interpersonal relationships.

Departmentalization

The method an organization uses to divide its operations and functions into manageable sections based on task, geographic location, product, or service.