Which is the correct ordering of Perrow's four technological classifications from most routine to least routine?
A)Routine,non-routine,engineering,craft
B)Routine,non-routine,craft,engineering
C)Routine,craft,engineering,non-routine
D)Routine,engineering,craft,non-routine
E)Routine,engineering,non-routine,craft

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Perrow's four technological classifications are based on the level of complexity and interdependence of the tasks involved in a technology. Routine technologies involve simple and independent tasks, while non-routine technologies involve complex and interdependent tasks. Engineering technologies involve designing and building new technologies, and craft technologies involve highly skilled and individualized work. The correct ordering from most routine to least routine is Routine, Engineering, Craft, Non-routine. Therefore, the answer is D.

Which Is the Correct Ordering of Perrow's Four Technological Classifications