Standardising Work Through Job Descriptions and Procedures

question 4

Multiple Choice

Standardising work through job descriptions and procedures:

• A) Is more common when the work is complex and ambiguous
• B) Tends to reduce quality and consistency
• C) Is unnecessary in large organisations
• D) Is more common in organic rather than mechanistic structures

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Definitions:

Good Thinking

The practice of reasoning and decision-making that is logical, informed, and reflective, often leading to effective solutions.

Critical Thinking

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment; involves asking questions, analyzing arguments, and identifying biases.

Cynical

Having a belief that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skeptically distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Judgmental

Having or displaying an excessively critical point of view or being quick to make judgments about others.