A(n) ___identifies the informal structures and their embedded social relationships that are active in the organization.

A) informal structure
B) social network analysis
C) organization chart
D) functional chimney
E) functional structure

Social Network Analysis

A methodological approach used to analyze social structures through the use of networks and graph theory, identifying how individuals and groups interact.

Informal Structures

Informal structures refer to the unofficial, often unacknowledged, networks and relationships that exist within an organization, influencing communication, decision-making, and social interactions.

Social Relationships

Connections between individuals based on mutual interests, social ties, or interactions that impact behavior and attitudes.