Mancur Olson Posited That, for Interest Groups

question 20

Multiple Choice

Mancur Olson posited that, for interest groups,

• A) a large membership makes elected leaders responsive to a group's concerns.
• B) smaller groups are more likely to organize and associate because members can more readily see the benefits and see that people are more effective working together than the same number working independently.
• C) a large membership has an advantage in raising funds to support its activities.
• D) smaller groups can communicate more effectively through the "small group network" principles.
• E) the larger the membership, the more direct benefits to each member.

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Definitions:

Organizational Objectives

The specific, measurable goals that an organization aims to achieve to fulfill its mission and advance its strategic plan.

Total Quality Management (TQM)

An organization-wide approach aiming at continuous improvement of all processes, products, services, and culture to achieve long-term success through customer satisfaction.

Productive Workforce

A group of employees that efficiently achieves high levels of output and contributes significantly to the organization's goals.

Joint Performance

The collaborative efforts of two or more parties to achieve a shared objective.