Which of the Following Statements Is True of Scientific Management

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of scientific management in the 20th century?

• A) It was concerned exclusively with creating an ethnocentric work environment.
• B) It helped augment the concepts of division of labor and economies of scale.
• C) It was primarily based on the belief that employees would work harder if they were happy.
• D) It focused on maximizing job satisfaction and quality rather than efficiency and productivity.

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Definitions:

Familiarity Principle

The psychological phenomenon where people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them.

Delay Gratification

The strength to forego an immediate payoff for the sake of a more substantial reward at a later time.

Achievement Motivation

The drive to excel, achieve in relation to a set of standards, or pursue success in tasks.

Social Isolation

A state where an individual lacks a sense of social belonging, social engagement, and fulfilling relationships, often leading to feelings of loneliness and depression.