Which of the following describes Kurt Lewin's model of the change process?
A) Equilibrium - Chaos - Equilibrium
B) Status quo - Driving forces - Status quo
C) Freeze - Unfreeze -Defreeze
D) Unfreeze - Freeze - Refreeze
E) Unfreeze - Refreeze - Unfreeze

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Kurt Lewin's change process model consists of three stages - Unfreeze, Change, Refreeze. The model suggests that before implementing any change, the existing state of affairs or status quo needs to be unfrozen. This means the organization should become aware of the need for change, and overcome any resistance or barriers to change. Once this is achieved, the organization can move to the change stage, where new processes or structures are implemented. Finally, the new processes or structures are reinforced or 'frozen' into place to become the new status quo. Therefore, option D, Unfreeze - Freeze - Refreeze, best describes Lewin's model of the change process.

Which of the Following Describes Kurt Lewin's Model of the Change