Which of the Following Is a Criticism of the Classical

question 123

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a criticism of the classical approaches to management as a whole?

• A) The relationship between an organization and its external environment is ignored.
• B) Most managers are not trained to use these techniques.
• C) Many aspects of a management decision cannot be expressed through mathematical symbols and formulas.
• D) Many of the decisions managers face are nonroutine and unpredictable.
• E) There is only "one best way" to manage and organize because circumstances vary.

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Definitions:

Learning

The acquisition of knowledge or skills through experience, study, or being taught, which leads to a permanent change in behavior.

Competencies

A combination of skills, knowledge, and abilities that enable a person to perform tasks successfully.

Interpreting the World

The cognitive process of making sense of the environment and events around us, often influenced by personal experiences, culture, and cognitive biases.

Behavior Regulation

The process of controlling, guiding, and managing one's actions and reactions in accordance with social or personal expectations.