The New York Times recently profiled a number of contemporary organizations such as Google that are shucking traditional bureaucratic organizations for ones that are looser and less hierarchical. According to Max Weber, compared to more traditional forms of organization, what is one outcome that a looser, less hierarchical organization is more likely to achieve?
A) efficiency
B) rationality
C) compliance
D) innovation

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According to Max Weber, a looser, less hierarchical organization is more likely to achieve innovation. This is because a flatter organizational structure promotes more open communication and collaboration, allowing for new ideas and approaches to emerge more readily.

The New York Times Recently Profiled a Number of Contemporary