Sociologist George Ritzer Has Applied Weber's Theories to an Examination

question 88

Multiple Choice

Sociologist George Ritzer has applied Weber's theories to an examination of fast-food restaurants such as McDonald's. In the process of "McDonaldization," he identified four dimensions of formal rationality. Which of the following was not a dimension identified?

• A)efficiency
• B)predictability
• C)control through human technologies
• D)emphasis on quantity rather than quality

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Definitions:

Forbidden

Prohibited or not allowed by law, rules, or customs.

Reactance

A psychological response where individuals act in opposition to external pressures or constraints to maintain their freedom of choice.

Loss of Freedom

The experience of having one's autonomy, choices, or rights restricted or removed, often leading to feelings of constraint or oppression.

Distressed

A state of emotional strain typically resulting from difficult or adverse situations.