The tale of Professor Larry Foster and his grade book filled with Fs was told by one generation of faculty to the next with a mix of envy,awe and delight.If there was one thing you could be sure of,there was no grade inflation in his department,whose culture was formed primarily by:
A)Critical incident.
B)Reward system.
C)Rules and procedures.
D)Environment.

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Critical incidents, such as the tale of Professor Larry Foster and his grade book filled with Fs, can significantly shape the culture of a department or organization by setting a precedent or example that influences attitudes and behaviors. This story highlights a culture of high standards and no grade inflation, which would be a direct result of the impact of such a critical incident.

The Tale of Professor Larry Foster and His Grade Book