Behind the Myths of Incompetence and Unresponsiveness Is the Reality

question 126

Multiple Choice

Behind the myths of incompetence and unresponsiveness is the reality that the national bureaucracy's problems stem from:

• A) Inefficient supervision by the White House
• B) The continuation of a patronage system
• C) Contradictory expectations of the public
• D) Ambiguous executive directives

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Definitions:

Majority Position

The stance or opinion held by the greater number of individuals within a group or society, often influencing group decisions and social norms.

Social Facilitation

The inclination of individuals to execute jobs more effectively or with greater proficiency when they are around other people.

Light Turns Green

A common signal indicating permission to proceed, often used metaphorically to indicate the start of an action or process.

Social Control

Mechanisms, strategies, and institutions society uses to regulate behavior and enforce norms.