Frank Gilbreth Categorized Work into Four Groups: Essential, Preparation, Incidental

question 3

Multiple Choice

Frank Gilbreth categorized work into four groups: essential, preparation, incidental, and unnecessary. Work that transforms material and meets a need was called

• A) Essential
• B) Preparation
• C) Incidental
• D) Unnecessary

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Definitions:

Decision Making

The process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives to achieve a desired objective.

Cooperation

The process of groups or individuals working together towards a common goal or benefit.

Coordination

The process of organizing and aligning activities, processes, or efforts of different entities or departments to ensure smooth, efficient operation and the achievement of shared goals.

Functional Structures

Functional Structures organize a company or organization into departments based on functions, such as marketing, finance, and production, to improve efficiency and specialization.