Organizational Behaviour Is Generally Defined as a Field of Study

question 64

Multiple Choice

Organizational behaviour is generally defined as a field of study that

• A)investigates how organizations effectively face competition.
• B)investigates the impact that individuals,groups,and structure have on behaviour within organizations.
• C)attempts to understand and solve problems regarding individual behaviour on and off the job.
• D)seeks ways and means to match human effort with technology.
• E)examines how the structure of different organizations contributes to,or inhibits,effective communication.

Recognize the importance of expert and referent power in influencing others.

Describe the relationship between power, authority, and influence.

Understand the concept and significance of the zone of indifference.

Comprehend the effects of coercive power on employee behavior and performance.

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Definitions:

Precludes

Prevents from happening; makes impossible.

Conflicting Investment

Investments that present opposing outcomes or decisions in a portfolio, often leading to a prioritization decision for optimal allocation.

NPV Rule

A principle stating that an investment should be made if its net present value is positive, as it's expected to add value to the firm.

IRR Rule

A decision-making tool used in finance to evaluate investments, stating that a project is acceptable if its internal rate of return exceeds a predetermined threshold.