In monolithic organizations, conflicts among groups is seen to be low. Which of the following is most likely to be the reason behind this low rate of conflict?
A) In monolithic organizations, minorities are employed at all job levels.
B) In monolithic organizations, minority group members are forced to adopt the norms of the majority to survive.
C) In monolithic organizations, minority members are valued more by the company.
D) In monolithic organizations, the level of cultural integration is very high.
E) In monolithic organizations, the minority group members identify strongly with the company.

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When a monolithic organization employs people from groups other than the norm, they primarily hold low-status jobs. Minority group members must adopt the norms of the majority to survive. This fact, coupled with small numbers, keeps conflicts among groups low.

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