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Leadership development rests on the assumption that only some people are capable of improving their leadership skills.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Social scientists argue that OB is more than just common sense. What does this mean? Identify and describe four methods used to conduct research in the behavioral sciences.
 
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Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

Instead of relying on common sense, OB relies on a base of knowledge developed through empirical research -that is, research based on systematic observation and measurement. Four methods are: Case study  A thorough description of a series of events that occurred in a particular organization. Naturalistic observation  A scientist records various events and behaviors observed in a work setting. Experimental research  Behavior is carefully studied in a lab or the field to see how a particular variable that is systematically varied affects other aspects of behavior. Survey research  Questionnaires are developed and administered to people to measure how they feel about various aspects of themselves, their jobs, and their organizations.



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