Which of the Following Is a Contingency Factor That Can

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a contingency factor that can influence the success of a TQM program in a negative way:

• A) continuous improvement is a way of life
• B) TQM serves to enrich jobs and motivate employees
• C) problem-solving skills are improved for all employees
• D) participation and teamwork are used to tackle significant problems
• E) union leaders are left out of QC discussions

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Definitions:

Thymosin

A hormone secreted by the thymus gland, involved in the maturation of T cells, which are critical to the adaptive immune response.

Immune System

A complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against infections, diseases, and foreign substances.

ACTH

or Adrenocorticotropic hormone is a hormone produced in the pituitary gland that stimulates the production of cortisol in the adrenal gland.

Adrenal Cortex Secretions

Hormones produced by the outer layer of the adrenal gland, including cortisol and aldosterone, which regulate metabolism, blood pressure, and stress responses.