Which of the Following Statements Is the Best Description of How

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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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