Which Principle of Traditional Bureaucracy Is Compromised by the American

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which principle of traditional bureaucracy is compromised by the American method of appointing officials?

• A) neutrality
• B) expertise
• C) honesty
• D) hierarchical control

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Definitions:

Long-Run Equilibrium

A state in which all factors of production and costs are variable, leading to a situation where firms in a competitive market produce output at the lowest possible cost per unit.

Taxes

Mandatory payments made to the government, taken from individuals' earnings and company gains, or included in the prices of certain products, services, and dealings.

Short Run

The short run is a time period in which at least one input is fixed, limiting the ability of a firm to adjust to market changes.

Long Run

A period in which all inputs and factors of production can be varied, and all costs are variable, allowing for complete adjustment to changes.