What Is a Shortcoming of Scientific Management

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is a shortcoming of scientific management?

• A) It works only in manufacturing settings.
• B) It empowers employees too much.
• C) It undervalues the human capacity for thought and creativity.
• D) It removes or reduces managerial authority of supervisors.

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