Define and explain Weber's concept of an "iron cage of rationality" when thinking about bureaucracies.
What will be an ideal response?
Weber was concerned about the dehumanizing potential of bureaucracies-their potential to become an iron cage of rationality, trapping people and denying many aspects of their humanity. Researchers have noted that excessive use of rules and procedures often limits the efficiency and effectiveness of bureaucratic organizations.
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According to the research, which of the following is true for ACOAs?
(a) ACOAs have more relationship troubles than other groups (b) There is an association between ACOAs and the development of problems later in life (c) ACOAs are less likely to marry (d) All are true
Which of the following is NOT true about the bootstrap approach to test construction?
a. It is a combination of the empirical and rational approaches. b. Items are based on a theory and then procedures are used to verify that the test measures what they purport to measure. c. It is the most difficult approach to test construction. d. It is also called the sequential method.
Clients not currently considering change are
a. in the Contemplation stage. b. in the Precontemplation stage. c. not likely to make progress in counseling. d. All of the above.
The chronosystem is important because it
a. assesses how well FEMA is doing. b. assesses what outcomes may be expected. c. sets a disaster clock in motion that may have lethal ramifications. d. provides benchmarks when certain phases of recovery should occur.