Multiple choice

The book written by Simon Smithberg and Thompson emphasizes:

  1. the legal view of Public Administration

  2. the institutional view of Public Administration

  3. the managerial view of Public Administration

  4. the integral view of Public Administration

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The book 'Public Administration' (1950) by Simon, Smithberg, and Thompson is a classic text that emphasizes the managerial and behavioral aspects of the field. It moved away from purely legal or institutional descriptions to look at how organizations are managed and how individuals behave within them. This approach is central to the 'managerial' view of administration.