Practice Garbage Can Model - 12.4.4 | 12. Decision-Making in Organizations | Management 1 (Organizational Behaviour/Finance & Accounting)
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Garbage Can Model

12.4.4 - Garbage Can Model

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Question 1 Easy

What does the Garbage Can Model emphasize in decision-making?

💡 Hint: Think of the social dynamics involved in the decision-making process.

Question 2 Easy

Name one characteristic of loosely coupled systems.

💡 Hint: Consider how different departments in an organization operate.

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Question 1

What does the Garbage Can Model suggest about decision-making?

It is always rational
It relies on random interactions
It is perfect
None of the above

💡 Hint: Think about the randomness.

Question 2

True or False: In loosely coupled systems, decisions are highly coordinated across different parts of the organization.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how independence affects decision-making.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Using a real organization you are familiar with, describe a scenario where a decision was made that you believe reflects the Garbage Can Model. Outline the structure and reaction of the team involved.

💡 Hint: Look for instances of miscommunication or unclear priorities.

Challenge 2 Hard

In a theoretical organization, what steps could management take to introduce more structure to decision-making to combat the chaos of the Garbage Can Model? Provide practical solutions.

💡 Hint: Consider how formal processes can be put in place.

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