Which of the following statements is/are definitely true in the context of the passage "Bureaucracy fosters strong arrogant culture"?

A. Bureaucracy always fosters a strong and arrogant culture.
B. Bureaucracy sometimes fosters a strong and arrogant culture.
C. Bureaucracy fosters a weak and humble culture.
D. Bureaucracy has no effect on organizational culture.

Bureaucracy sometimes fosters a strong and arrogant culture, but its influence on organizational culture can vary depending on the environment's stability and the organization's ability to adapt to change, option a is correct.

Explanation:

Given the passage provided, the statement that bureaucracy sometimes fosters a strong and arrogant culture can be considered true. Bureaucratic organizations are characterized by a predictable, rule-oriented environment that aims to maximize efficiency through coordinated efforts.

However, this bureaucratic structure can also prevent agility and quick response to a changing market, potentially leading to a culture that stifles innovation and change, as noted in the example of Kraft Foods Inc. The passage also highlights that strong cultures may not be beneficial in volatile environments and can be resistant to change, emphasizing that the effects of bureaucracy on culture can vary.