If an Individual from a Country Holds a Negative Attitude

question 59

Multiple Choice

If an individual from a country holds a negative attitude toward women in management because of a cultural belief system, but does not reflect behavior consistent with that attitude in a group, the link between the attitude-behavior is probably weak because:

• A) the measurement timing is poor.
• B) of social constraints.
• C) the individual is a low self-monitor.
• D) of low attitude relevance.

Understand the relationship between organisational size and its structure, and the concept of a simultaneous loose-tight structure.

Understand the characteristics and implications of different spans of control within organisations.

Identify and explain the mechanisms for integrating organisational subsystems and their effectiveness based on different organisational needs.

Describe different organisational structures (e.g., network, centralised vs decentralised) and their advantages and disadvantages.

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Definitions:

Maslow's Hierarchy

A psychological wellness theory based on satisfying inherent human necessities in a sequential order, ultimately leading to self-actualization.

Drive-Thru

A service model allowing customers to purchase products or receive services without leaving their vehicles.

Involvement

The degree of interest and engagement an individual has in a particular activity, issue, or object.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory in psychology, proposed by Abraham Maslow, that categorizes human needs into a five-tier model in the form of a pyramid, ranging from basic (physiological) needs to higher-level needs (self-actualization).