In examining discrepancies between standards and performance, ...

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In examining discrepancies between standards and performance, both the local adaptation strategy and the focus on innovation need to be coordinated with the headquarters.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Barbara was born and raised in South Dakota, but at age 33, she has moved to Hawaii. In order to adapt to the culture of a popular tourist beach town, she experiments with brightly colored, loose-fitting clothing and new hairstyles. In the context of role acquisition phases, which of the following phases is Barbara experiencing?
 A) The conventional phase
  B) The incorporation phase
  C) The separation phase
  D) The conception phase
  E) The transition phase

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Answer to Question 1

T
Both the local adaptation strategy and the focus on innovation need to be coordinated with the headquarters. In fact, for many firms, innovation takes place at the company's national headquarters.

Answer to Question 2

E