Which type of formal organization is sometimes called a "voluntary association"?
A) normative organizations
B) coercive organizations
C) utilitarian organizations
D) All of the above are correct.

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Normative organizations are sometimes called "voluntary associations" because their members join voluntarily based on shared values and interests. These organizations include clubs, religious groups, and political groups. Coercive organizations are ones in which membership is forced, such as prisons or mental institutions, while utilitarian organizations are ones in which membership is based on providing or receiving a specific service, like a business or school. Therefore, choices B and C are incorrect.

Which Type of Formal Organization Is Sometimes Called a "Voluntary