Managers at S-Mart routinely expect their employees to volunteer hours at the local veteran's center. The organization supports this practice since it shows commitment, empathy, and compassion, all things that S-Mart endorses as part of its company mission. This represents the ________ aspect of organizational culture.

A) basic assumptions
B) espoused values
C) observable artifacts
D) rituals

Organizational Culture

Organizational culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, and practices that characterize an organization and shape its employees' behaviors and attitudes.

Espoused Values

The stated values and norms that are explicitly mentioned by a group or organization.

Observable Artifacts

Tangible or visible elements in an organization's culture, such as dress codes, office layout, and rituals.