Which of the Following Is Identified in Our Textbook as a Contingency

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is identified in our textbook as a contingency factor that affects organizational planning?

• A) length of future commitments
• B) urgency of decision making
• C) level of profitability
• D) degree of centralization
• E) degree of goal flexibility

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Definitions:

Solid Modernity

A concept that describes a phase of modernity characterized by stable institutions, continuous economic growth, and a clear-cut social structure.

Organizational Meaning System

The collective beliefs, values, and practices that constitute how meaning is constructed and understood within an organization.

Corporate Efforts

Initiatives, actions, or strategies undertaken by a corporation to achieve specific objectives, enhance its performance, or improve stakeholder satisfaction.

Stability-Maintaining Structures

Organizational or societal frameworks designed to preserve order, prevent chaos, and ensure the continuity of operations.