In the context of contemporary approaches to management, managers may use ________ to compare alternatives and eliminate weaker options.
A) quantitative management
B) organizational behavior
C) the sociotechnical systems theory
D) the contingency perspective
E) administrative management

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Quantitative management involves the use of mathematical and statistical methods to make data-based decisions. This approach can help managers analyze and compare different alternatives, and can also provide a framework for eliminating weaker options. The other options listed (organizational behavior, sociotechnical systems theory, contingency perspective, and administrative management) focus on different aspects of managing organizations and are less directly related to comparing and selecting alternatives.

In the Context of Contemporary Approaches to Management, Managers May