Which of the following options does not characterize an oligocracy according to the German sociologist Michels (in the power framework)?
A) Bureaucracy is used as a tool to favour the interests of an economic elite.
B) Senior managers and officials have a knowledge monopoly that creates distance to lower-level employees.
C) The economic elite cooperates across organizational boundaries to reproduce their superior positions.
D) Meritocracy is the governing principle of an oligocracy.

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According to Michels' power framework, meritocracy is not the governing principle of an oligarchy. Instead, the ruling elite often use bureaucracy to maintain their power, there is a knowledge monopoly among senior managers and officials, and the economic elite work together to maintain their positions.

Which of the Following Options Does Not Characterize an Oligocracy