Max Weber Believed the More an Organization Approaches the Ideal

question 20

Multiple Choice

Max Weber believed the more an organization approaches the ideal type of bureaucracy, the more effective it will be in pursuing the objectives for which it was established. However, he also recognized that bureaucracies can create some negatives, such as:

• A) numerous unofficial ways of doing things because of the lack of flexibility in completing tasks in a bureaucracy.
• B) inefficiency because of the strict adherence to rules and regulations that makes it difficult to respond to new issues.
• C) organizational tension between authority figures and subordinates dissolving the organization.
• D) increasing employee salary costs.

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Definitions:

Withdrawal

A psychological or physical retreat from a situation, relationship, or obligation.

Progression

Refers to the act of moving forward or advancing towards a more developed state or stage.

Stimulating Performance

The process of encouraging or motivating employees to improve their work output or to perform at a higher standard.

Job Descriptive Index

A survey instrument that measures employees' job satisfaction with various aspects of their job, including the work itself, supervision, pay, co-workers, and opportunities for promotion.