Motivation Is One of the Most Frequently Researched Topics in OB

question 27

Multiple Choice

Motivation is one of the most frequently researched topics in OB. According to a study, by workers' own reports, they waste roughly 2 hours per day, not counting lunch and scheduled breaks and the biggest time-wasters are Internet surfing and ________.

• A) updating their skills
• B) conversing with managers
• C) talking with co-workers
• D) simulating work environment
• E) reading instructional books

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Definitions:

Planning Budget

A forward-looking budget that outlines the financial plans, objectives, and resources over a specific timeframe, often used for guiding the operations and evaluating performance.

Actual Results

The real outcomes or data recorded from operations or activities, compared to projections or budget expectations.

Net Operating Income

A company's income after operating expenses are deducted, but before income taxes and interest expenses are subtracted.

Flexible Budget

A budget that adjusts or varies with changes in the volume or activity level of a company.