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What is power distance according to Geert Hofstede?
What is power distance according to Geert Hofstede?
- A concept related to the distribution of electricity in organizations
- A term used to describe the distance between power sources
- A measure of physical strength in a hierarchical structure
- A culture dimension explaining the size difference between high-ranking and subordinate offices (correct)
What was the primary purpose of developing the concept of power distance?
What was the primary purpose of developing the concept of power distance?
- To compare the authority levels of different hierarchical positions
- To measure the distance between physical locations of power sources
- To analyze the distribution of power within an organization
- To illustrate the disparity in office sizes between high-ranking individuals and their subordinates (correct)
What is the key focus of power distance as a cultural dimension?
What is the key focus of power distance as a cultural dimension?
- Understanding the relationship between authority and office size (correct)
- Analyzing the distribution of power within organizations
- Measuring the physical distance between different levels of authority
- Comparing the physical strength of individuals in different hierarchical positions
