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PS*3200*W02 Ch11Quiz_Nine Situations

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It is very important of a general to be calm, remote and disciplined. Which of the following generals does NOT have the quality advised by Sun Tzu?

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A.The general needs to drive his men around like a flock of sheep to show his superiority.
B.The general needs to be quiet to ensure secrecy.
C.The general needs to be upright and just to maintain order.
D.The general needs to keep his soldiers in total ignorance to prevent military secrets from being detected by his opponents.
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The question presents a claim from Sun Tzu about what qualities a general should possess: calmness, remoteness, and discipline. We will assess each option against these ideals and broader strategic principles attributed to Sun Tzu. Option 1: "The general needs to drive his men around like a flock of sheep to show his superiority." This portrayal runs directly counter to Sun Tzu’s emphasis on disciplined, strategic leadership rather than coercive domination. Driving soldiers around like sheep suggests a domineering, perhaps chaotic and brittle command style that undermines mo......Login to view full explanation

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