What Was the Underlying Reason for the Failure of the 2010

question 39

Multiple Choice

What was the underlying reason for the failure of the 2010 U.S. Census Bureau's Handheld Project?

• A) Failure of top management in the bureau to assess and mitigate risks of such a major project
• B) Technical and database failures
• C) Poor project management approach
• D) Insufficient training of the census takers on how to use the handheld devices

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Definitions:

Global Organization

An entity that operates in multiple countries, often with a centralized headquarter but with operational facilities spread worldwide.

National Cultures

The set of shared values, beliefs, and norms that distinguish the people of one country from those of another.

High Power Distance

A cultural dimension where there is acceptance of unequal power distribution within societies or organizations.

Power Distance

This concept refers to the extent to which less powerful members of institutions and organizations expect and accept that power is distributed unequally.