Scientific Management Evolved at the Dawn of the Twentieth Century

question 123

Multiple Choice

Scientific management evolved at the dawn of the twentieth century because

• A) labor was in abundant supply.
• B) worker efficiency was low.
• C) capital was in short supply.
• D) information was rapidly changing.
• E) piecework pay systems were not working.

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Definitions:

Seniority Provision

A policy or clause giving priority or special rights to employees based on the length of service with an employer.

Greater Tenure

A status achieved by employees that denotes longer service or employment duration, often bringing certain benefits or protections such as job security.

Inverse Seniority

A system used during layoffs where employees with the least amount of seniority are laid off first, as opposed to those with more seniority.

Grievance Procedure

A formal process through which employees can submit complaints or disputes for resolution, usually outlined in a collective bargaining agreement.