The Deficit Principle States That

question 39

Multiple Choice

The deficit principle states that:

• A) a need is activated only when the next-lower-level need is satisfied.
• B) people dislike work, lack ambition, act irresponsibly, and prefer to be led.
• C) people are willing to work, like responsibility, and are self-directed and creative.
• D) people at work rationally consider opportunities made available to them and do whatever is necessary to achieve the greatest personal and monetary gain.
• E) a satisfied need is not a motivator of behavior.

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Definitions:

Plant Managers

Individuals responsible for overseeing all operations within a manufacturing facility, including production, staff management, and adherence to safety standards.

Cost Center

A department or unit within a business where costs are incurred, but which does not directly generate revenue.

Actual Costs

The true, realized expenses incurred during the production of goods or services, as opposed to estimated or projected costs.

Decentralized Operations

is an organizational structure where decision-making and operational responsibilities are delegated to individual departments or locations.