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According to the Contingency Approach, what is a key characteristic differentiating it from earlier management theories?

  1. It focuses on finding universal rules that apply to all organizations.
  2. It acknowledges that a particular management action is valid only under specific conditions.
  3. It largely ignores the impact of the external environment on organizational effectiveness.
  4. It promotes a standardized organizational structure for all businesses.

    Aനാല്

    Bരണ്ട് മാത്രം

    Cഒന്നും നാലും

    Dഇവയൊന്നുമല്ല

    Answer:

    B. രണ്ട് മാത്രം

    Read Explanation:

    • Earlier management theories, such as classical management, often aimed to establish universal principles that could be applied across different organizations and situations.

    • The contingency approach, however, argues against this universality.

    • It posits that what works effectively in one context might be detrimental in another, emphasizing the need for adaptability based on situational factors.


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