What Is Robert Merton's Term for a Preoccupation with Rules

question 82

Multiple Choice

What is Robert Merton's term for a preoccupation with rules and regulations to the point of keeping an organization from accomplishing its goals?

• A)bureaucratic ritualism
• B)bureaucratic alienation
• C)bureaucratic innovation
• D)bureaucratic inertia

Understand the correct use of adjectives and adverbs in sentences.

Distinguish between adjectives and adverbs in varying contexts.

Identify the correct form of adjectives and adverbs for comparison.

Recognize the use of adjectives and adverbs in historical and factual contexts.

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Definitions:

Symptoms

Symptoms are the signs or manifestations of a disease or condition observed by a patient, often serving as clues in diagnosis.

Human Development

The study of how people grow and change throughout their lifespan, including physical, cognitive, social, intellectual, and emotional growth.

Age-linked Stages

Developmental phases that individuals typically pass through as they age, marked by specific physical, psychological, or social milestones.

Susceptible

Likely or prone to be influenced or harmed by a particular condition or circumstance.