Resources are more useful as instruments of power to the extent they are highly valued be participants in the negotiation. Which of the following is not a resource of organizational context?
A) Money, in its various forms.
B) Supplies, in the form of materials, components, and parts.
C) Human capital in available labour supply, staff, and temporary help.
D) Critical services, in repairs, upkeep, and technical support.
E) Stress, in imposing deadlines, and increasing workloads.

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Stress is not a resource in the organizational context, but rather a negative factor that can affect the performance and well-being of employees. The other options listed (money, supplies, human capital, critical services) are all resources that can be leveraged as instruments of power in negotiations.

Resources Are More Useful as Instruments of Power to the Extent