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Which of the following determinants of behavior does organizational behavior study?
 
  A) profits
  B) job satisfaction
  C) perks
  D) individuals
  E) collective bargaining

Question 2

How are the management functions of planning, organizing, and leading different from one another? Explain.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: D) Organizational behavior studies the three determinants of behavior in organizations. These are comprised of individuals, groups, and structure. In addition, OB applies the knowledge gained about individuals, groups, and the effect of structure on behavior in order to make organizations work more effectively.

Answer to Question 2

The planning function encompasses defining an organization's goals, establishing an overall strategy for achieving those goals, and developing a comprehensive set of plans to integrate and coordinate activities. On the other hand, the organizing function includes determining what tasks are to be done, who is to do them, how the tasks are to be grouped, who reports to whom, and where decisions are to be made. The leading function is comprised of managers motivating employees, directing their activities, selecting the most effective communication channels, and resolving conflicts among members.



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