Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of a Mechanistic

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of a mechanistic organization?

• A)Employees are given a very narrow view of the tasks they are to perform.
• B)Employees think more broadly in terms of where their responsibilities lie.
• C)Employees are encouraged to make their own decisions when appropriate.
• D)Employees are encouraged to develop knowledge outside of their specialization.
• E)Lateral communication is encouraged.

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Definitions:

Pre-existing

Existing before a specified time or event.

Shared Understandings

The common beliefs, values, or norms that are accepted and recognized within a group or society, facilitating communication and cooperative action.

Status Cues

Indicators or signals that suggest or convey an individual's or group's social standing, prestige, or rank within a society.

Skin Color

A physical characteristic resulting from the pigment melanin, which varies widely among humans and is often used as a basis for social classification and identity.