A Disadvantage of the Mechanistic Structure Is That It

question 12

Multiple Choice

A disadvantage of the mechanistic structure is that it:

• A) does not emphasize rules, policies, or procedures.
• B)lacks formalized mechanisms for decision-making.
• C) requires a predictable and stable environment or else it breaks down.
• D) has more informal, rather than formal, communication.
• E) is the least bureaucratic of all organizational structures.

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Definitions:

Structural Cue

Visual or auditory information that helps to understand the organization or structure of an environment or object.

Declarative Memories

Memories that are retrievable through conscious effort, involving facts and episodes.

Nondeclarative Memories

Memories that are gained through experience and practice, such as skills or habits, that we are not consciously aware of.

Implicit Memories

Memories that are formed and stored without conscious effort, often influencing behaviors and skills without our direct awareness.