After restructuring, your division has had trouble filling the open positions with appropriate candidates. The selection processes used by human resources have not yet adjusted to the new criteria required for the restructured job positions. This problem is an example of which kind of resistance to change?
A) structural inertia
B) limited focus of change
C) group inertia
D) threat to expertise
E) threat to established power relationships

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This is an example of structural inertia. Organizations have built-in mechanisms, such as their selection processes and formalized regulations, to produce stability. When an organization is confronted with change, this structural inertia acts as a counterbalance to sustain stability.

After Restructuring, Your Division Has Had Trouble Filling the Open