Sociotechnical Systems Theory Is Based on the Idea That

question 21

Multiple Choice

Sociotechnical systems theory is based on the idea that:

• A) teams work best when there is 'joint optimization' between the social and technical systems of the work unit.
• B) employees are unable to think for themselves.
• C) managers usually have better ideas than employees.
• D) employees work best alone rather than in teams.
• E) technology should determine how the work process is structured.

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