Which of the following is the best description of OB's current state?
A)All of OB is based on universal truths proposed by academics,researchers,and practitioners.
B)OB is practically based on situational or contingency conditions.
C)There is little disagreement among OB researchers and scholars as to the current state.
D)Cause-effect principles have been isolated and tend to apply to all situations.
E)Political forces have a tendency to influence the study of OB and,hence,skew resulting conclusions.

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OB is based on the idea that situational or contingency conditions can have a significant impact on organizational behavior. While there are some universal principles that apply to all situations, much of the field is focused on understanding the specific contexts in which organizations function. There is also ongoing debate and disagreement among OB researchers, and political factors can certainly influence the study and interpretation of organizational behavior. Therefore, option B is the best description of OB's current state.

Which of the Following Is the Best Description of OB's