Human Beings Are Complex, and Few, If Any, Simple and Universal

question 54

Multiple Choice

Human beings are complex, and few, if any, simple and universal principles explain organizational behavior. Nevertheless, it does not mean that OB cannot offer reasonably accurate explanations of human behavior or make valid predictions. It does mean that OB concepts must ________.

• A) focus on the reliability and validity of research data
• B) attempt to establish cause-and-effect relationships
• C) be consistently applicable across a wide range of situations
• D) reflect situational, or contingency, conditions
• E) avoid assumptions

Assess the limitations of negotiation techniques such as the Delphi technique in reaching creative solutions.

Comprehend the complexities added by increasing the number of negotiating parties.

Understand the importance of managing information and the roles of different actors (e.g., scouts, guards) during the negotiation process.

Grasp the significance of properly managing group norms and their impact on negotiation effectiveness.

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Definitions:

Inflammatory Response

The body's defense mechanism against infection or injury, resulting in increased blood flow and white blood cell activity to the affected area.

Polyuria

A condition characterized by the production of abnormally large volumes of dilute urine.

Acidosis

A condition in which there is too much acid in the body fluids, lowering the body's pH below the normal range.

Hyponatremia

A condition characterized by low concentrations of sodium in the blood.