Which of the Following Is a Dimension of Organizational Culture

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a dimension of organizational culture used in the Competing Values Framework?

• A) Whether an organization follows a top-down or bottom-up approach to communication
• B) Whether an organization focuses its efforts on internal dynamics or outward toward its external environment
• C) Whether an organization uses investiture or divestiture to socialize new members into the organization
• D) Whether an organization's main focus is on profit or it contributes to not-for-profit activities
• E) Whether an organization's culture encourages formal or informal relationships between employers and employees

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Definitions:

Self-serving Bias

The common tendency to attribute successes to personal attributes and failures to external factors.

Ambiguous

Something that can be understood in more than one way or is unclear due to having multiple interpretations.

Concentrating

The mental process of focusing one's attention or thoughts on a specific object or activity.

High Self-esteem

A positive evaluation of oneself, characterized by feelings of respect, confidence, and worthiness.