Which of These Perspectives Emphasized a Rational, Scientific Approach to the Study

question 162

Multiple Choice

Which of these perspectives emphasized a rational, scientific approach to the study of management and sought to make organizations efficient operating machines?

• A) The Humanistic Perspective
• B) The Behavioral Sciences Approach
• C) The Classical Perspective
• D) The TQM approach
• E) The Quantitative Management Approach

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Definitions:

Cultural Animals

A descriptions of humans, who view reality through a set of symbols provided by the culture in which they are raised.

Symbolic Conception

Involves understanding abstract symbols and concepts that do not have a direct physical counterpart.

Hostile Toward

harboring feelings of anger, opposition, or antagonism towards someone or something.

Existential Perspective

A philosophical approach that focuses on the individual's experience and choice as the basis of human existence.