Which Word Best Characterizes a Mechanistic Organization

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which word best characterizes a mechanistic organization?

• A)bureaucracy
• B)collaborative
• C)adaptable
• D)informal

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Definitions:

Passive

A behavior characterized by inactivity or a lack of response to external stimuli or situations.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision independently.

Erikson

Refers to Erik Erikson, a developmental psychologist and psychoanalyst known for his theory on the psychological development of humans, which is characterized by eight stages from infancy to adulthood.

Self-Control

The ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and behavior in the face of temptations and impulses, as a form of self-discipline.