Which of the Following Is True About Institutional Theory

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about institutional theory?

• A) It is a theory that contends that an organization can, at least in part, create an environment for itself that is beneficial to the organization.
• B) It is a theory that contends that organizations are very limited in their ability to adapt to the conditions around them.
• C) It is a theory that examines the extent to which firms copy each other's strategies.
• D) It is a theory that centers on whether it is cheaper for a firm to make or to buy the products that it needs.
• E) It is a theory that contends that the possession of strategic resources can provide an organization with competitive advantages over its rivals.

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Definitions:

Solidarity Theories

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Social Control

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Collective Violence

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