The Two Theoretical Models That Explain the Use of Organizational

question 87

Multiple Choice

The two theoretical models that explain the use of organizational power by groups or subunits are:

• A) resource-dependency and strategic contingencies models.
• B) the same as for individuals, the position and personal power models.
• C) based in position authority and organizational politics.
• D) None of these.

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Definitions:

Incongruent

Describes something that is not in harmony or consistent with something else, often leading to cognitive dissonance.

Stanley Milgram

A psychologist known for his research on obedience, demonstrating how people are willing to follow orders from authority figures, even to the extent of harming others.

Obedience

The act of following orders or instructions from an authority figure.

Situational Factors

External influences that affect an individual's behavior, decisions, and attitudes in a given context.