An Organization of People with Shared Goals That Tries to Influence

question 40

Multiple Choice

An organization of people with shared goals that tries to influence public policy through a variety of activities is called

• A) a religious denomination.
• B) an interest group.
• C) a political action committee.
• D) a government.
• E) a corporation.

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Definitions:

Organizational Learning

Refers to the process by which an organization “learns” from past mistakes and adapts to its environment.

Organizational Pluralism

An approach within organizations that promotes diversity, inclusivity, and coexistence of multiple cultures, viewpoints, and practices.

Organizational Engineering

A field that applies engineering principles and analytical approaches to the design and optimization of organizational structures, processes, and systems for improved performance.

Organizational Synergy

The increased effectiveness that results when individuals or groups work together cooperatively, producing a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.