Ptolemy Was Important in the History of Astronomy Because He

question 53

Multiple Choice

Ptolemy was important in the history of astronomy because he .

• A)was the first to believe that all orbits are perfect circles
• B)developed a model of the solar system that made sufficiently accurate predictions of planetary positions to remain in use for many centuries
• C)developed the first scientific model of the universe
• D)was the first to create a model of the solar system that placed the Sun rather than the Earth at the center

Analyze the role of division of labor and distribution of authority in different organizational structures.

Understand the concepts of normative, output, personal, and bureaucratic control within organizations.

Identify how organizational structures adapt to serve multinational, meganational, or multidomestic strategies.

Understand the impact of informal versus formal organizational structures on a company's adaptability and responsiveness.

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Definitions:

Avoidance

A coping mechanism involving steering clear of stressful or anxiety-inducing situations or stimuli.

Fear

An emotion that occurs in response to a real or perceived current threat.

Apprehension

A feeling of anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.

Worry

A mental state involving feelings of anxiety and concern, often focused on negative or uncertain outcomes.