One of the Main Tenets of the Sociotechnical Systems Theory

question 6

Multiple Choice

One of the main tenets of the sociotechnical systems theory described by Robert Owens and Carl Steinhoff is best illustrated by which of the following.

• A)A significant change in one subsystem will affect variables in one or all subsystems
• B)The leaders should focus primarily on the human or people subsystem which is important to insure quality in all subsystems
• C)Well-structured sociotechnical systems will prevent the larger societal system from affecting the organization
• D)Decisions about changes in the subsystems should be made by those individuals who have primary authority and skill within that subsystem
• E)Both a and c.

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Definitions:

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Blue-Collar

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White-Collar

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