The Text Speaks of "Opposing Trends" in Today's World of Formal

question 55

Multiple Choice

The text speaks of "opposing trends" in today's world of formal organizations because

• A) some organizations are getting smaller, but most are getting bigger.
• B) men dominate formal organizations, but women are gaining fast.
• C) some organizations have evolved toward flatter, more flexible forms, but others remain rigid organizations patterned on McDonald's.
• D) most organizations are getting bigger, but some are getting smaller.

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