Organizations Are Complex Systems Composed of ___

question 88

Multiple Choice

Organizations are complex systems composed of ___.

• A) various subsystems, each of which works for separate goals
• B) sets of organizational policies and processes
• C) many interdependent parts that function together to achieve a common purpose
• D) different groups or units working for the same organization
• E) completely independent subsystems that interact with their environments

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Definitions:

Contextual Factors

Elements or conditions within the environment that influence the outcome or behavior of individuals or events within that context.

Peer Influence

The impact that the behaviors, opinions, or attitudes of peers can have on an individual's own actions or beliefs.

Social Support

Refers to the psychological and material resources provided by a network of family, friends, colleagues, and others, which can enhance an individual's ability to cope with stress and hardships.

Cognitive Development Theory

A theory that outlines how human beings perceive, think, and understand their world through the interplay of genetic and learned factors.