The Employees of a Small Factory Have Many Complaints About

question 14

True/False

The employees of a small factory have many complaints about their employer and their working conditions. They gather for a meeting to discuss possible pursuits to solve the problem. By vote, they decide to create a bargaining unit and join a union to represent their collective interests. The union representative contacts the employer to inform him of the employees' actions. The employer refuses to bargain in any fashion. The basis is that he does not recognize the union as the representative of his employees and will not proceed to bargain until the union is "certified." He does not have this right.

Understand the bias in underestimating situational factors versus overestimating personal factors.

Gain insights into the role of consistency, distinctiveness, and consensus in attribution theory.

Recognize the influence of recent encounters on comparative assessments of individuals.

Understand the concept of schemas and their role in organizing knowledge from experience.

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Definitions:

Individualistic

A cultural orientation where the emphasis is on personal independence and the individual's rights are valued over group goals.

Extrinsic Rewards

Rewards that are externally given to motivate behavior or performance, such as money, perks, or recognition.

Ethical Perspectives

The theoretical frameworks through which individuals discern right from wrong in a moral sense.

Ethics Of Leaders

The moral principles and values that guide the behavior and decisions of those in leadership positions.