Which of the following statements relative to OD and the management of change are true?
A)Theory has little application in the real world of business.
B)Theory is,by definition,very abstract and quite difficult to understand.
C)The value of OD is that it provides a systematic approach for the management of change.
D)It is better to apply no theory at all than to apply a theory that has not been proven successful.
E)Management and theories tend to be mutually exclusive.

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OD stands for organizational development, which provides a systematic approach to manage change in an organization. Therefore, the value of OD lies in its ability to provide a structured approach to managing change. Options A, B, D, and E are incorrect. Theory has practical applications in business, and it is not always abstract or difficult to understand. It is better to apply a theory that has some backing in research than to apply no theory at all. Finally, management and theories are not mutually exclusive, but rather they complement each other.

Which of the Following Statements Relative to OD and the Management