The Environment Is a Critical Element in the Open_systems Perspective

question 33

Multiple Choice

The environment is a critical element in the open_systems perspective on organisations because:

• A) many potential customers are environmentalists.
• B) the environment provides resources and feedback.
• C) a responsible corporation must be concerned about the environment.
• D) the environment is a source of entropy.
• E) the environment is the most likely cause of imbalance in the organisation.

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Definitions:

Pleasant Personality

A trait characterized by being enjoyable, agreeable, or pleasing in nature, often making others feel comfortable.

Follow-up Letter

A letter sent after an initial meeting or communication to remind, thank, or follow up on previous discussions.

Interviewer

An interviewer is a person who asks questions during an interview process to evaluate the qualifications, personality, and fit of a candidate for a position or for research purposes.

Human Resources

The department within an organization that handles recruitment, management, and direction of people who work in it.