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Describe and explain how evolutionary change and revolutionary change differ. What are examples of each?

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//In this paper, we will discuss about the definition of organizational theory. The paper will also include the difference between evolutionary change and revolutionary change and their impact on an organization. We will also discuss the examples of evolutionary change and revolutionary change. //

The theory which deals with structure and functioning of an organization is known as organizational theory. This theory also measures the performance and behavior of individual and group members of the organization. Organizational theory is a goal-oriented theory.

Organization theory may be defined as the framework which consists of definitions, statements and concepts ...

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