Systems Thinking Is About Analyzing the Organization on Certain Levels

question 42

Multiple Choice

Systems thinking is about analyzing the organization on certain levels. Which of the following levels is described as the multiple and repetitive archetypes that allow events to happen in the same way time after time?

• A) events
• B) patterns
• C) structure
• D) theory

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Definitions:

Implied Authorization

An understanding that an agent has the approval to perform acts that are reasonably necessary to accomplish the purpose of an agency.

Offeror

The person or entity who makes a proposal or offer, especially in a contractual context.

Objective Standards

Criteria or benchmarks that are not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice; based on facts.

Subjective Standards

Criteria or guidelines that are based on personal opinions, feelings, or tastes, rather than objective, measurable indicators.