If the External Environment of an Organization Is Stable and If

question 94

Multiple Choice

If the external environment of an organization is stable and if uncertainly is ________,then ________ coordination among workers is needed to obtain resources,and managers can bring ________ formality to the design of the organizational structure.

• A)low; more; more
• B)low; less; more
• C)high; less; more
• D)high; less; less
• E)high; maximum; enhanced

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Definitions:

Formal-Operational Thought

The stage in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development during which individuals develop the ability to think abstractly, logically, and systematically, typically beginning in adolescence.

Concrete-Operational Thought

A stage in cognitive development, as theorized by Piaget, where children can think logically about concrete events.

Symbolic Function

The ability to use symbols, signs, or objects to represent something that is not physically present.

Preoperational Thought

A stage in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring roughly between the ages of 2 and 7, characterized by symbolic thinking, egocentrism, and a lack of logical operations.