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What is a key characteristic of a social system according to Waller (1932)?
What is a key characteristic of a social system according to Waller (1932)?
- Independence from its environment
- Interdependence of parts (correct)
- Undefined boundaries
- Lack of social relationships
How does Longress (2000) define a social system?
How does Longress (2000) define a social system?
- A group of elements and activities that do not interact
- An organization lacking boundaries
- A model without creativity
- A group of elements and activities that interact and constitute a single social entity (correct)
What does the term 'Social System' refer to according to the text?
What does the term 'Social System' refer to according to the text?
- Isolation from the environment
- Physical structures only
- Individual behaviors only
- Activities and interactions of groups with a common purpose (correct)
According to Olsen (1970), what distinguishes a social system from its environment?
According to Olsen (1970), what distinguishes a social system from its environment?
What is a basic assumption for social system models as mentioned in the text?
What is a basic assumption for social system models as mentioned in the text?
Which aspect is not considered a basic assumption for social system models?
Which aspect is not considered a basic assumption for social system models?
What is a basic assumption for social system models?
What is a basic assumption for social system models?
Which of the following is NOT a key element of the school as a social system?
Which of the following is NOT a key element of the school as a social system?
What does 'Politics' represent in the context of a social system?
What does 'Politics' represent in the context of a social system?
How are 'Outputs' defined in the social system of a school?
How are 'Outputs' defined in the social system of a school?
What is the significance of 'Feedback' in a social system?
What is the significance of 'Feedback' in a social system?
Why are individuals considered a key unit in any social system?
Why are individuals considered a key unit in any social system?
