Which of the Following Theories Explains How a New Idea

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following theories explains how a new idea or product gains acceptance and spreads through a specific population or subset of an organization?

• A) The diffusion of innovation theory
• B) The contingency theory
• C) The public choice theory
• D) The two-factor theory

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Definitions:

Boundary-Spanning

Activities performed by individuals or groups that involve interactions outside the immediate organization to obtain information or resources.

Production

The process of combining various material inputs and immaterial inputs (plans, know-how) to make something for consumption, encompassing both goods and services.

Service

Activities or benefits provided by one entity to another which do not result in the ownership of anything.

Technical

Technical relates to skills, knowledge, or tasks that require specialized education or expertise, often associated with fields such as engineering, computing, or the sciences.