Eric's Company Lays Down Stringent Rules for Employees to Follow

question 46

Multiple Choice

Eric's company lays down stringent rules for employees to follow at work.Employees are expected to set goals for each day and week,and to share those goals on the company intranet.This way,Eric and his coworkers can be aware of the progress of departmental projects and prepare far in advance to meet deadlines.These qualities best describe a company that rates high on

• A) individualism.
• B) long-term orientation.
• C) femininity.
• D) uncertainty avoidance.
• E) power distance.

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Definitions:

Raw Materials

Basic goods used in the production of final products.

Barrier to Entry

Factors that prevent or hinder companies from entering a specific market, such as high startup costs, stringent regulations, or strong competition.

Personnel Shortages

Situations where there are not enough employees to handle the work required, often affecting service and production levels.

Distribution Access

The ability of a company to ensure its products or services are available to potential customers through various channels.