Frederick W

question 39

Multiple Choice

Frederick W. Taylor's research led to the emergence of scientific management, which is defined as which of the following?

• A) studying the human factors that motivate workers
• B) the application of scientific principles to the management of work and workers
• C) researching optimal tools for motivating employees
• D) using the workplace to conduct scientific research on human behaviour

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Definitions:

Guatemala

A country in Central America characterized by its rich Mayan heritage, volcanic landscapes, and diverse ecosystems.

Modernization Theory

A theory suggesting that economic development and cultural change lead to shifts from traditional to modern societies with corresponding changes in social structures.

Functionalism

stresses that human behaviour is governed by relatively stable social structures. It underlines how social structures maintain or undermine social stability, emphasizes that social structures are based mainly on shared values or preferences, and suggests that re-establishing equilibrium can best solve most social problems.

Military Intervention

The act of a nation deploying its military forces to enter another territory with the aim of achieving specific political or military objectives.