Which of the Following Statements Is the Best Description of How

question 236

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is the best description of how scientific management viewed workers?

• A)Workers are like machines that must be programmed to perform in a certain way.
• B)Workers will only exert their maximum effort if they believe that their goals are attainable.
• C)Most workers are creative and intelligent individuals who should be given a great deal of freedom and flexibility in how they perform their jobs.
• D)Workers are individuals who do not respond in the same way to a particular management style.

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Definitions:

Stereotype Lift

The phenomenon where individuals perform better than otherwise because they are aware of a positive stereotype about their group.

Positive Stereotype

A generalized belief about a particular group or category of people that assigns them inherently good traits, which, despite being positive, can lead to unrealistic expectations and pressures.

Test Anxiety

A condition characterized by excessive stress and worry that impairs the ability to perform well on exams.

Performance

The execution or accomplishment of work, acts, or feats, often measured against known standards of accuracy, completeness, and speed.