SATISFACTION RANGE
Charles François (2004). SATISFACTION RANGE, International Encyclopedia of Systems and Cybernetics, 2(2): 2917.
| Collection | International Encyclopedia of Systems and Cybernetics |
|---|---|
| Year | 2004 |
| Vol. (num.) | 2(2) |
| ID | ◀ 2917 ▶ |
| Object type | General information, Human sciences, Methodology or model |
The range within which some variables (in biological systems) “… can fluctuate without seriously affecting the normal functioning of the organism” (M. MESAROVIC et al., 1973, p.68).
This notion, introduced by M. MESAROVIC et al., implies a principle of economy as, within the defined range, the system's regulators are not uselessly overburdened.
It would be interesting to consider the possible existence of satisfaction ranges in animal and human social systems.