A Negative Outcome of the Mechanistic Approach to Job Design

question 18

Multiple Choice

A negative outcome of the mechanistic approach to job design is:

• A) higher absenteeism.
• B) greater chance of errors.
• C) greater chance of mental overload and stress.
• D) higher financial costs due to changes.

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Definitions:

Accounting Profit

Accounting profit is the net income for a company calculated by subtracting total expenses from total revenues, according to generally accepted accounting principles.

Explicit Costs

Payments made directly to individuals or entities for wages, rent, and materials as part of business operations.

Items

Individual objects, products, or units that are part of a list, collection, or inventory available for sale or distribution.

Accounting Cost

The recorded expenses associated with the operation of a business, including both fixed and variable costs.