"Stability" Is One of the Seven Primary Characteristics That Captures

question 112

Multiple Choice

"Stability" is one of the seven primary characteristics that captures the essence of an organization's culture. It indicates the degree to which ________.

• A) employees are encouraged to be innovative and take risks
• B) management focuses on results or outcomes rather than on the techniques and processes used to achieve them
• C) management decisions take into consideration the effect of outcomes on people within the organization
• D) work activities are organized around teams rather than individuals
• E) organizational activities emphasize maintaining the status quo in contrast to growth

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