In the context of political behavior in organizations, _____ encourages political activity.

A) clear goals
B) definitive lines of authority
C) abundant resources
D) autocratic decision making

Political Behavior

Actions and maneuvers individuals or groups engage in within an organization to gain power, influence decisions, or achieve personal goals.

Autocratic Decision

A decision-making process where the leader makes decisions unilaterally without consulting others, often associated with a top-down approach.

Clear Goals

Well-defined, specific, and achievable objectives that guide actions and decision-making processes.