Cohesive subgroups within an organization tend to develop a distinct cultural orientation and often begin to pursue their own interests as opposed to the interests of the organization as a whole.These groups are known as ________.

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The term "factions" is commonly used to refer to cohesive subgroups within an organization that develop their own distinct culture and interests, often at odds with the organization as a whole. The other answer choices, such as "pressure groups" and "interest groups," might have similar connotations but are less commonly used in the context of describing groups within organizations. "Informal groups" are not necessarily cohesive or in conflict with the interests of the organization, and "minority groups" are not necessarily organized around cultural or interest-based cohesion.

Cohesive Subgroups Within an Organization Tend to Develop a Distinct