- School San Diego State University
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91.Which of the following is true about using the strategy of integration for mergingdifferent corporate cultures?It should be considered when the merging companies have strong cultures anddistinct
cultures.It is the fastest strategy for merging different corporate cultures.It is potentially safe because neither party is preserving the existing culture.It works best when people realize that their existing cultures are good enough,which motivates them to stick to their dominant values.
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What is the strategy for merging two distinct cultures?
The assimilation strategy is the most likely to result in a culture clash. The deculturation strategy is most appropriate when the merging companies are in unrelated industries.
In Which strategy does the acquiring company impose its culture and business practices?
Employees usually resist organizational change, particularly when they are asked to throw away personal and cultural values. Under these conditions, some acquiring companies apply a deculturation strategy by imposing their culture and business practices on the acquired organization.
What is one of the first steps to minimize a cultural clash in a merger?
One of the first steps to minimize a cultural clash in a merger is to: conduct a bicultural audit. Organizational stories are most effective at communicating organizational culture only when they: describe real people and are assumed to be true.
Which of the following is one of the purposes that organizational culture serves?
The culture at your organization sets expectations for how people behave and work together, and how well they function as a team. In this way, culture can break down the boundaries between siloed teams, guide decision-making, and improve workflow overall.