Which of the following organizational theories describes organizational functioning but does not recommend specific practices?

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Open systems theory describes how organizations interact with their environment and how they need to be flexible and adaptable to survive, but does not provide specific recommendations for practices. Theory Y, bureaucracy, and sociotechnical systems theory all provide specific prescriptions for organizational practices.

Which of the Following Organizational Theories Describes Organizational Functioning but Does