John Black, a management consultant, successfully implemented an MBO program on his first consulting job. He now recommends MBO to all his clients. In so doing, our text would say the main point is that he is ignoring:
A) the latest techniques for solving problems.
B) the principles of contingency theory.
C) the external environment of the organization.
D) the internal environment of the organization.

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John Black is ignoring the principles of contingency theory by recommending MBO to all his clients without considering the specific external and internal factors that might affect the implementation and success of the program in each organization. Contingency theory suggests that there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to management and that different situations require different management strategies.

John Black, a Management Consultant, Successfully Implemented an MBO Program