In Comparing the Types of Skills Used by Managers at Different

question 170

Multiple Choice

In comparing the types of skills used by managers at different levels within an organization, which of the following is true?

• A) Top managers use mainly technical skills and middle and first-line managers use mostly conceptual skills.
• B) First-line managers use mainly technical and human relations skills, while top managers devote most of their time to activities involving human relations and conceptual skills.
• C) The types of skills used by managers do not change much from one level of management to another.
• D) The specific skills used at different levels of management do vary, but conceptual skills are the most important at all levels.

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Definitions:

Monetary Incentives

Financial rewards given to employees as motivation to boost productivity or achieve specific targets.

Potential Place

A location or venue that has the capability or promise to serve a specific purpose or function, but isn't currently utilized for that end.

Reactive Approach

A management style where actions and decisions are taken in response to events rather than anticipating them.

Uniform Pool

A shared resource or collection of items, such as uniforms, that are uniformly distributed among members of a group or organization.