One of the Important Ideas in Daft's Definition of Management

question 13

Multiple Choice

One of the important ideas in Daft's definition of management is that:

• A) the management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling still remain.
• B) the attainment of societal goals is paramount.
• C) effectiveness is more important than efficiency.
• D) management practices are too unique for adaption to Not for Profit organizations.
• E) efficiency is more important than effectiveness.

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A training mechanism in which the degree of a behavior is controlled by the application of rewards or punishments.

Animal

A living organism that feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and nervous system and able to respond rapidly to stimuli.

Punishment

A consequence that reduces the probability of a behavior being repeated, often by introducing a negative outcome or removing a positive stimulus.

Reinforcement

A concept in psychology that refers to anything that strengthens a behavior, making it more likely to occur.