The Management Science Approach Suggests That Managers Can Best Improve

question 22

Multiple Choice

The management science approach suggests that managers can best improve their organizations by ________.

• A) using the scientific method and mathematical techniques to solve operational problems
• B) understanding the physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs of organization members
• C) providing wage incentives to workers exceed their target production
• D) reducing the number of steps involved in performing a particular task
• E) making sure that all employees are treated as equally as possible

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Definitions:

Factitious Disorder

A disorder in which a person feigns or induces symptoms, typically for the purpose of assuming the role of a sick person.

Illness Anxiety Disorder

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Psychophysiological Disorders

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Falling Asleep

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