Which of the Following Changes in an Organization's Environment Will

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following changes in an organization's environment will most likely result in the organization becoming a drifting organization?

• A) The organization hires new management executives who are expected to uphold and maintain the organization's mission.
• B) The organization has started manufacturing low-cost products as opposed to the luxury products that were a part of its original plan.
• C) The organization has successful operations in ten different countries and has decided to open market in two additional countries.
• D) The organization has decided to promote efficient employees that adhere to the company's mission statement instead of hiring managers.

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