Which of the Following Approaches to Evaluating an Organization's Effectiveness

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following approaches to evaluating an organization's effectiveness would be inappropriate for a local cable company, if it is the only game in town?

• A) Goals model
• B) System resource model
• C) Process approach
• D) Contingency model
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms and expectations, which can result in social disapproval or sanction.

Nonconformity

The refusal to align with established norms, values, or practices of society.

Functionalist Theories

Theories in sociology that view society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability.

Societal Cohesion

is the bond that unites a society through shared beliefs, values, and practices, fostering a sense of belonging and cooperation among its members.