A Factory Was Experiencing a Disproportionately Large Number of Defects

question 44

Multiple Choice

A factory was experiencing a disproportionately large number of defects coming from a particular machine and chose to research the problem by dismantling the equipment to evaluate measures of wear on its various parts.This is an example of ______.

• A) direct observation
• B) linguistic behavior
• C) physical traces
• D) verbal observation
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Post-Fordist Organizational Forms

A term describing new organizational structures that emerged after the decline of Fordist practices, characterized by more flexibility, decentralization, and use of technology.

Bureaucratic

Pertaining to a system of government or organization in which most of the decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.

Hierarchal Organizational Forms

Hierarchical organizational forms describe the structure of an organization that ranks its parts and positions in levels of importance and authority, with a clear chain of command from top to bottom.

Short-Term Employment

Employment situations that are temporary or have a fixed duration, often lasting for only a limited period.