As per the resource dependence theory, in which of the following situations is an organization said to be weak?
A) the organization is highly centralized
B) there are only a few suppliers of a resource needed by the organization
C) the organization uses a divisional organizational structure
D) the organization manufactures a wide variety of products

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According to the resource dependence theory, an organization is said to be weak when there are only a few suppliers of a resource needed by the organization, as the organization becomes dependent on these suppliers and can be easily manipulated or exploited by them. Therefore, option B is the correct choice. Option A, C, and D are not relevant to the concept of resource dependence theory.

As Per the Resource Dependence Theory, in Which of the Following