Which of the Following Is Not a Central Feature of Bureaucracy

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a central feature of bureaucracy noted by Weber?

• A)lines of authority are clearly defined
• B)inequality is regarded by the participants as necessary
• C)it is set up intentionally for maximum efficiency
• D)interpersonal relations are important for the organization's survival

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Definitions:

Common Stock

Equity security that represents ownership in a corporation, giving holders the right to vote and share in the company's profits.

Retained Earnings

Profits that are not distributed as dividends but are instead reinvested into the business.

Net Income

Net Income is the total earnings of a company after subtracting all expenses, taxes, and costs from its total revenue.

Dividend

A portion of a company's earnings distributed to shareholders, typically in the form of cash or additional shares.