Upper echelon theory argues that:
A)turnover at the top becomes a vicious cycle
B)executive turnover will usually result in declining organizational performance
C)characteristics of the top management team can predict organizational characteristics
D)wild turkeys will have a detrimental effect on organizational performance

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Upper echelon theory argues that the characteristics and background of the top management team can shape and predict organizational characteristics and outcomes. It suggests that the top executives' biases, values, and experiences can influence strategic decision-making, organizational culture, innovation, and performance. The theory does not argue that executive turnover will always lead to declining organizational performance or that wild turkeys will have any impact on performance.

Upper Echelon Theory Argues That