Employment in large organizations threatens professionals with the substitution of _________ authority for professional authority.

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Bureaucratic authority refers to the power and control that is exerted through rules, procedures, and formal positions within an organization. When professionals work in large organizations, they may find that their professional expertise is not valued as much as bureaucratic rules and procedures. This can lead to a situation in which bureaucratic authority substitutes for professional authority, which can be a threat to the autonomy and integrity of the professions.

Employment in Large Organizations Threatens Professionals with the Substitution of _________