Which of the Following Is a General Theme That Emerges

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a general theme that emerges in research on human nature and culture?

• A)Nature wants war; culture wants peace
• B)Nature wants a little; culture wants a lot
• C)Nature says tomorrow; culture says today
• D)Nature says go; culture says stop

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Definitions:

Vertical Hierarchy

An organizational structure where power and decision-making authority flow from the top down through various levels of management.

Division of Labor

Refers to the allocation of tasks among a set of individuals or groups within an organization, aimed at improving efficiency and productivity.

Boundary-Spanning Subsystem

Components of an organization that interact with the external environment to obtain inputs and distribute outputs, facilitating the exchange of information and resources.

Management and Labor

The two key groups in a workplace, where management is responsible for making decisions and directing operations, and labor refers to the workforce that executes tasks under management's direction.