In Respect to the Use of Power Strategies in OD

question 44

Multiple Choice

In respect to the use of power strategies in OD programs,_____.

• A)the use of the formal power structure in an organization can convince lower organization elements to participate in the OD program
• B)OD programs historically have been reluctant to deal with the use of power
• C)power strategies should not be overlooked as useful in lessening resistance
• D)an OD program may need to use the power structure within an organization to convince its members of the usefulness of the program
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Exploiting

Utilizing resources or situations to gain an advantage, often unfairly or unethically.

Equity

The concept of fairness and justice within the economic practices, including the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and access to resources.

Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc

A logical fallacy that implies that if one event follows another, then the first event must have caused the second.

Fallacy Of Composition

The misconception that what is true for an individual or part will also be true for the whole or the group.