Toy-Time Is a Firm That Manufactures Toys

question 11

Multiple Choice

Toy-Time is a firm that manufactures toys. Very often, employees of the firm are on leave, citing physical strain as the cause. An expert hired by the company investigates the situation and recommends investing in an ergonomics study of the work environment. In this scenario, the expert is recommending

• A) a study of the interface between individuals' physiology and the characteristics of the physical work environment.
• B) a study of jobs to find the simplest way to structure work in order to maximize efficiency.
• C) a study of the tasks, duties, and responsibilities of employees in a new job.
• D) a study of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform a job.
• E) a study of the relationship between intrinsic rewards and employee motivation in the context of human resource management.

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