As Control Involves Both Mechanistic and Human Elements,it Is One

question 9

Multiple Choice

As control involves both mechanistic and human elements,it is one of the manager's most difficult tasks.Which of the following is the best answer about desirable characteristics of control systems?

• A)Should be as simple as possible to operate and maintain
• B)Should signal managers if they go out of order
• C)Should be focused and admit the least amount of variation
• D)Both A and B
• E)None of the above

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Definitions:

Selective Retention

The process by which individuals remember information that is consistent with their beliefs and forget information that is not.

Attitudes and Beliefs

The feelings and convictions that influence how individuals perceive and react to their environment and make decisions.

Stimulus Discrimination

The process by which individuals or organisms learn to respond differently to various stimuli that are not identical.

Selective Retention

The process by which individuals remember only information that is consistent with their beliefs or attitudes, ignoring contradictory information.