In This Book, the Authors Focus on _____________ Factors Because

question 32

Multiple Choice

In this book, the authors focus on _____________ factors because ____________:

• A) individual; these factors are the main determinant of unethical behavior
• B) organization; these factors can be directly controlled by managers
• C) individual; a few "bad apples" spoil it for the rest of us
• D) organization; these factors are particularly important in unambiguous situations

Describe strategies for mitigating negative self-esteem consequences for stigmatized groups.

Understand major theories of attribution and distinguish between them.

Understand how person perception and attribution affect social judgments.

Comprehend the process of making causal attributions and differentiating between dispositional and situational factors.

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Definitions:

Conglomerate Merger

A business combination of two or more companies operating in entirely different industries.

Sherman Act

A landmark U.S. antitrust law passed in 1890 that prohibits monopolistic business practices and promotes fair competition.

Clayton Acts

The Clayton Acts are a series of U.S. antitrust laws enacted in 1914 intended to promote competition and prevent monopolies and unfair business practices.

Antitrust

Refers to laws and regulations designed to protect trade and commerce from unfair business practices, monopolies, and price fixing.