In Weber’s mind, on what principal does bureaucratic organization hinge?
What will be an ideal response?
Workers don’t only work out of self-interest or because of allegiance to management. Rather, they work for the organization because of a belief in the “legitimacy” of the organization’s system of authority. Because of a belief in the legitimacy of authority (e.g., a constitution), subordination ensues.
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A. prosecutor B. plaintiff C. defendant D. special judge
When planning a research project, scientists usually review the literature (published papers, books, etc) on their topic of interest. Which of the following is NOT a standard reason to do so?
a. to understand the current state of knowledge about your topic b. to see whether the study you plan to do has already been done c. to learn about methodological approaches to and problems with studying your topic d. to find out about funding sources for your study
As of 2006, which of the following served on the Supreme Court?
A) Sandra Day O'Connor B) Ruth Bader Ginsburg C) Geraldine Ferraro D) Hillary Rodham Clinton E) Condoleezza Rice
Because many support more generous social programs, Hispanic voters tend to
a. identify with the Democrats. b. identify with the Republicans. c. identify themselves as Independents. d. support the Libertarian platform. e. abstain from voting.