Which of the Following Statements Is True of Open Systems

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of open systems?

• A) Rigorous planning and control would eliminate environmental uncertainty.
• B) The outer boundary of the organization is impermeable.
• C) Organizations in these systems cannot self-adjust.
• D) Homeostasis and feedback control are important mechanisms for growth.
• E) It is a static model of organization.

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Definitions:

Gamma Ray Emission

A type of radioactive decay where an unstable nucleus emits a gamma ray to become more stable.

Beta Particle Emission

A radioactive decay process where an unstable atomic nucleus emits a beta particle, which is a high-speed electron or positron, as part of the transformation to a stable state.

Alpha Particle Emission

A type of radioactive decay in which an atomic nucleus releases an alpha particle (2 protons and 2 neutrons) and transforms into an atom with a mass number 4 units less and atomic number 2 units less.

Beta Particle Emission

A radioactive decay process where a beta particle (electron or positron) is emitted from an atomic nucleus.