All of the Following Are Negative Impacts of Downsizing on Organizational

question 33

Multiple Choice

All of the following are negative impacts of downsizing on organizational performance, except ________.

• A) increased sickness absences
• B) lower concentration on job
• C) lower wage costs
• D) less commitment to the organization
• E) lower creativity

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Definitions:

Projection

A defense mechanism in psychology where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person.

Attributions

Explanations or reasons individuals give for the behaviors or outcomes, whether attributing them to internal dispositions or external circumstances.

Behavior

The actions, conduct, or response of an individual or group towards stimuli or in various situations.

Worker Turnover

The rate at which workers exit an organization and are subsequently replaced by new employees.