In Hofstede's Chart Showing Individualism/collectivism and Power Distance, the United

question 12

Multiple Choice

In Hofstede's chart showing individualism/collectivism and power distance, the United States is similar to:

• A) France.
• B) Mexico.
• C) New Zealand.
• D) Austria.
• E) Japan.

Acknowledge the individual differences in motivation and challenges in motivating employees.

Understand the equation that relates performance with ability and motivation.

Recognize the dynamic nature of needs and their role in motivation.

Identify the application of pressure by managers on underperforming employees based on perceived reasons.

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Definitions:

Tax Rate

The percentage at which an individual or corporation is taxed by the government on income or profits.

ROA

Return on Assets, a financial ratio that indicates how efficiently a company is using its assets to generate profit.

ROE

Return on Equity, a measure of financial performance calculated by dividing net income by shareholders' equity.

Debt/Equity Ratio

A fiscal measure that shows the comparative amount of a firm's assets funded by its owners' equity versus borrowed funds.