Which of the Following Is Not an Advantage of Centralized

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an advantage of centralized or center-led purchasing structures?

• A)Enhanced product development support at the business unit level.
• B)Leverage purchase volumes.
• C)Coordination of purchasing strategies and plans.
• D)Development of specialized expertise.
• E)Reduced duplication of purchasing effort.

Explain the methods and importance of research in developmental psychology.

Understand the fundamental concepts of developmental psychology.

Identify the stages of human development and their associated challenges according to Erikson's theory.

Distinguish between different research approaches in developmental psychology (e.g., cross-sectional vs. longitudinal).

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Definitions:

Job Enlargement

A method of job design that increases the range and variety of tasks performed by an employee to enhance job satisfaction.

Job Satisfaction

A measure of how content an individual is with their job.

Job Enrichment

Involves redesigning jobs to give employees greater responsibility and opportunities to use their skills and abilities to improve job satisfaction.

Motivating Potential

The capacity of a task, role, or job to inspire sustained interest and effort from those engaged in it.