Which theory argues that organizations try to minimize their reliance on other organizations for the supply of important materials and try to influence the environment to make sure the materials they need are available?
A) interorganizational theory
B) environmental resource theory
C) resource-dependence theory
D) economic-supply theory

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The theory being described is resource-dependence theory, which suggests that organizations try to minimize their dependence on other organizations for important resources, including materials. This can involve efforts to influence the environment to ensure the availability of needed resources.

Which Theory Argues That Organizations Try to Minimize Their Reliance