Which of the following metaphors is NOT commonly used to describe an organization?
A) a family in which everyone cares for each other
B) a well-oiled machine with all the moving parts operating together
C) an organism, a living being that constantly needs customers to sustain its life
D) a beehive with the queen doing little and the workers doing much

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The metaphors commonly used to describe organizations include seeing them as families, machines, and organisms, each highlighting different aspects of organizational dynamics and structure. The metaphor of a beehive with the queen doing little and the workers doing much is not a standard metaphor for organizations. It inaccurately represents the role of leadership and the collaborative effort in organizational contexts.

Which of the Following Metaphors Is NOT Commonly Used to Describe