The Findings of a Recent Company Survey at Rader Industries

question 40

Multiple Choice

The findings of a recent company survey at Rader Industries showed that employees are experiencing high levels of work stress. To offset this, a manager suggests instituting a leave policy whereby employees must go on a mandatory vacation for 7 days in the year.
-Under which of the following conditions, if true, would the manager's suggestion most likely be accepted?

• A) The company recently acquired a new client and work volumes are expected to increase.
• B) The company halted its hiring plans for the year in order to focus on developing talent in-house.
• C) The company allows employees to encash their unused leave at the end of every year.
• D) The company promotes work-life balance, by offering employees flexible working arrangements.
• E) The company has a "use it or lose it" policy whereby unused leave lapses at the end of every year.

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Definitions:

Reality Shock

The feeling of surprise and disorientation experienced when encountering a situation vastly different from what was anticipated, often in a professional context.

Subconsciously Guide

Describes the process of influencing actions or decisions in a manner that is not fully conscious or aware.

Organizational Culture

The set of shared values, beliefs, behaviors, and practices that characterizes an organization, influencing how people interact and work together within it.

Organizational Socialization

The process by which a new employee learns the organizational values, norms, and required behaviors which permit him to participate as a member of the organization.