Organizations, according to Weber's ideas on bureaucracy, should be based on which of these?
A) Personal loyalty
B) Personal references
C) Rational authority
D) Family ties
E) Charismatic authority

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Weber's ideas on bureaucracy advocate for organizations to be based on rational authority, which focuses on the position or role an individual holds within the organization rather than personal relationships or qualities. This ensures a consistent and fair approach to decision making and reduces the potential for favoritism or nepotism. Therefore, choices A, B, D, and E are not suitable options for the basis of a bureaucratic organization.

Organizations, According to Weber's Ideas on Bureaucracy, Should Be Based