Question

Which of the following statements is consistent with the concept of the contingency anchor?
A. To obtain the best results, actions should be taken without considering their consequences.
B. Organizations should never be viewed as systems that process inputs to provide outputs.
C. OB theories point out the one best way to resolve organizational problems.
D. A particular action may have different consequences in different situations.
E. OB theories are based on simple, common sense ideas about what managers should do."

Answer 1

Answer:

D. A particular action may have different consequences in different situations.

Explanation:

The Contingency anchor theory is of the opinion that different actions and decisions would have different consequences when applied in different situations. So, for organizations seeking solutions to their problems they need to take into account the peculiarities of the problems and apply solutions that are applicable to them.

So the proponents of organizational behavior under the contingency anchor, believe that there is no universal solution to every problem. Organizations must be willing to adapt to the different circumstances that arise as a result of the complexities in the work setting.