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Differentiate Between Formal and Informal Organization on the Following Basis: Behaviour - Business Studies

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प्रश्न

Differentiate between formal and informal organization on the following basis:

Behaviour

उत्तर

Basis for
Difference
Formal Organisation Informal Organisation
Behaviour Complete control on the behaviour of employees as it is decided by managers. No control on the behaviour of
employees as managers will not interfere with the behaviour of employees unless it results in a negative impact on the organisation.

 

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