Hawthorne Experiment and Interpersonal Perspective Study Quiz
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Which perspective of management theories focuses on improving productivity through understanding human behavior at work?

  • Administrative View
  • Classical Theories
  • Scientific Management
  • Behavioral Theories (correct)

Which management theory emphasizes rational thinking and scientific methods to enhance individual staff capacity?

  • Behavioral Theories
  • Administrative View
  • Scientific Management (correct)
  • Classical Theories

In the context of management theories, what does the term 'classical' refer to?

  • Traditional and long-established concepts (correct)
  • Modern and dynamic views
  • Experimental and unproven methods
  • Acceptance of new ideas only

Which management theory emphasizes the importance of operational efficiency for the entire organization as a whole?

<p>Administrative View (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who emphasized the human dimension of work in the management theories?

<p>Behavioral Theorists (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which management approach believes that understanding motivation, group dynamics, and expectations can enhance productivity?

<p>Behavioral Theories (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective proposed by Maslow and McGregor emphasizes the importance of human relations in improving employee performance?

<p>Interpersonal Perspective (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Hawthorne Experiment reveal about the impact of management interaction on employee productivity?

<p>It increases productivity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theory focuses on applying mathematical and statistical models to aid in management decision-making?

<p>Quantitative Theory (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theory is mainly concentrated on individual attitudes and behaviors to motivate employees for productivity improvement?

<p>Classical Theory (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What foundational concept did the Interpersonal Perspective provide for the behavioral view of human relations?

<p>Impact of management interaction on employee performance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context did Quantitative Theory originate according to the text?

<p>During the Second World War (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which managerial function involves evaluating and correcting the work groups/teams to ensure they are working towards common goals?

<p>Controlling (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the process of controlling involve for a manager?

<p>Determining the next action plan (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT an aim of controlling as a managerial function?

<p>Creating a new vision for the organization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In management theories, what does evolution refer to?

<p>The growth and development of management practices over time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is studying the evolution of management theories important?

<p>To adapt to changing times and practices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theoretical perspective focuses on customer satisfaction and people's conduct at work?

<p>Behavioral Theories (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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