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We are now using those mental models as a basis for action . Anyone who
proposes a policy , law , or course of action is doing so on the basis of the model
in which he , at that time , has the greatest confidence . Having defined with care
the ...
We are now using those mental models as a basis for action . Anyone who
proposes a policy , law , or course of action is doing so on the basis of the model
in which he , at that time , has the greatest confidence . Having defined with care
the ...
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The most important concept in establishing the structure of a system is the idea
that all actions ... The feedback loop is the closed path that connects an action to
its effect on the surrounding conditions , and these resulting conditions in turn ...
The most important concept in establishing the structure of a system is the idea
that all actions ... The feedback loop is the closed path that connects an action to
its effect on the surrounding conditions , and these resulting conditions in turn ...
Page 93
The first step in understanding such a company is to discuss with people in key
decision points the actions they are ... are conducive to frank disclosure , people
can state what they are doing and can give rational reasons for their action .
The first step in understanding such a company is to discuss with people in key
decision points the actions they are ... are conducive to frank disclosure , people
can state what they are doing and can give rational reasons for their action .
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Contents
Introduction | 1 |
Structure of the World System | 17 |
Limits to Growth | 67 |
Copyright | |
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