Which of the Following Is True About Bureaucratic Control and Standardization

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about bureaucratic control and standardization?

• A)Reducing standardization can reduce the level of learning in an organization.
• B)Bureaucratic control is not useful for routine, well-understood organizational activities.
• C)Too many rules can stop employees from thinking for themselves.
• D)Bureaucratic control leads to production of goods and services of inconsistent quality.
• E)Rules and SOPs increase misunderstandings over responsibility and the use of power.

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