21. ________ ________ and ________ are three types of strategies that organizations can use to adapt to environmental changes. 22. Roles assumed by people that link the organization with the external environment are called _______ roles. 23. Interorganizational partnerships allow companies to join together to become ________ and share ________. 24. Managers are addressing corporate culture issues by increasing emphasis on _______ and _______ of new employees. Answer: selection; socialization Page: 94 25. A(n) _______ is when two or more organizations combine to make one organization. Answer: merger Page: 95 26. A(n) involves a strategic alliance or program by two or more organizations. Answer: joint venture Page: 95 27. ________ are becoming more popular as organizations strive to keep up with technological advancements and compete in the global economy. Answer: Joint ventures Page: 95 28. List three things that larger firms can provide small businesses when the two become joint ventures. Answer: Possible responses would include sales staff distribution channels financial resources and research staffs. Page: 95 29. can be defined as the set of key values beliefs understandings and norms shared by members of an organization. Answer: Culture Page: 95 30. List three visible artifacts of an organization’s culture. Answer: Possible responses would include dress heroes office layout symbols slogans and ceremonies. Page: 96
