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What significant work did Adam Smith publish in 1776?
What significant work did Adam Smith publish in 1776?
The Industrial Revolution replaced machine power with human labor.
The Industrial Revolution replaced machine power with human labor.
False
Who is known as the 'father' of scientific management?
Who is known as the 'father' of scientific management?
Fredrick Winslow Taylor
The classification scheme developed by Frank and Lillian Gilbreth for labeling basic hand and body motions is called ______.
The classification scheme developed by Frank and Lillian Gilbreth for labeling basic hand and body motions is called ______.
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Match the management approaches with their descriptions:
Match the management approaches with their descriptions:
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Which ancient structures demonstrated early management examples?
Which ancient structures demonstrated early management examples?
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Joan enjoys her work because she gets along well with her coworkers who have similar work attitudes. Her behavior is related to:
Joan enjoys her work because she gets along well with her coworkers who have similar work attitudes. Her behavior is related to:
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The classical approach to management began after the Industrial Revolution.
The classical approach to management began after the Industrial Revolution.
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The management theory that focuses on using quantitative techniques to assist managers is referred to as the qualitative approach.
The management theory that focuses on using quantitative techniques to assist managers is referred to as the qualitative approach.
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What kind of system is characterized as an organization that does NOT interact with its environment?
What kind of system is characterized as an organization that does NOT interact with its environment?
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What is the primary focus of the quantitative approach to management?
What is the primary focus of the quantitative approach to management?
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Juanita alters her management style depending on the issue she is handling, demonstrating the principles of __________.
Juanita alters her management style depending on the issue she is handling, demonstrating the principles of __________.
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In a supermarket that follows a quantitative approach, decision-making is improved by using:
In a supermarket that follows a quantitative approach, decision-making is improved by using:
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Match the management theory with its description:
Match the management theory with its description:
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The classical approach emphasizes the importance of individual behavior in organizations.
The classical approach emphasizes the importance of individual behavior in organizations.
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Management that is primarily concerned with the allocation of resources and effectiveness is known as __________ theory.
Management that is primarily concerned with the allocation of resources and effectiveness is known as __________ theory.
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Which management theory focuses on what managers do and good management practices?
Which management theory focuses on what managers do and good management practices?
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Fayol's principles of management are applicable only in specific organizational situations.
Fayol's principles of management are applicable only in specific organizational situations.
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Name one early advocate of Organizational Behavior.
Name one early advocate of Organizational Behavior.
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Max Weber is known for his concept of ________ in organizational structure.
Max Weber is known for his concept of ________ in organizational structure.
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What was one of the implications of the Hawthorne Studies?
What was one of the implications of the Hawthorne Studies?
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Match the following theorists with their associated concepts:
Match the following theorists with their associated concepts:
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What is the focus of the quantitative approach in management?
What is the focus of the quantitative approach in management?
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What is an open system characterized by?
What is an open system characterized by?
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The Systems Approach views an organization as a set of interrelated parts.
The Systems Approach views an organization as a set of interrelated parts.
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The contingency approach suggests there is one best way to organize an organization.
The contingency approach suggests there is one best way to organize an organization.
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Name one early example of management practice.
Name one early example of management practice.
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In scientific management, Frederick W. Taylor focused on improving an individual's __________.
In scientific management, Frederick W. Taylor focused on improving an individual's __________.
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Match the management theories with their respective focus:
Match the management theories with their respective focus:
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Which of the following was a significant historical event in management?
Which of the following was a significant historical event in management?
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Closed systems interact freely with their environment.
Closed systems interact freely with their environment.
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What did Fayol develop to improve organizational productivity?
What did Fayol develop to improve organizational productivity?
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Which principle of management emphasizes that every employee should receive orders from only one superior?
Which principle of management emphasizes that every employee should receive orders from only one superior?
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The behavioral approach suggests that people are not the most important asset of an organization.
The behavioral approach suggests that people are not the most important asset of an organization.
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What is the main purpose of the quantitative approach in management?
What is the main purpose of the quantitative approach in management?
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According to Fayol's principles of management, the concept that encourages employees to act on their own is called __________.
According to Fayol's principles of management, the concept that encourages employees to act on their own is called __________.
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What does the systems approach to management emphasize?
What does the systems approach to management emphasize?
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The Hawthorne Studies concluded that illumination positively affects workers' productivity.
The Hawthorne Studies concluded that illumination positively affects workers' productivity.
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What is one key implication of the Hawthorne Studies?
What is one key implication of the Hawthorne Studies?
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Match the following management principles with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Historical Background
- The Egyptian pyramids and the Great Wall of China are evidence of large-scale projects completed in ancient times, employing tens of thousands of people.
- In 1776, Adam Smith published "The Wealth of Nations," which highlighted the benefits of division of labor (job specialization).
- The Industrial Revolution, beginning in the late 18th century, involved replacing human labor with machine power, making factory production more economical.
Classical Approach
- The classical approach to management emphasized rationality and improving organizational efficiency.
- Frederick Winslow Taylor, considered the "father" of scientific management, used the scientific method to find the "one best way" to perform a job.
- Frank and Lillian Gilbreth, followers of Taylor, studied efficient hand and body motions and developed a classification scheme for labeling these movements, called 'therbligs'.
- The general administrative theory focused on describing what managers do and what constitutes good management practice.
- Henri Fayol developed 14 principles of management, including division of work, authority, discipline, unity of command, unity of direction, subordination of individual interests to the general interest, remuneration, centralization, scalar chain, order, equity, stability of tenure of personnel, initiative, and esprit de corps.
- Max Weber’s theory of bureaucracy is characterized by division of labor, a clearly defined hierarchy, detailed rules and regulations, and impersonal relationships.
Behavioral Approach
- Organizational behavior (OB) studies the actions of people at work.
- Early OB advocates emphasized the importance of people as organizational assets and promoted managing them accordingly.
- The Hawthorne Studies, conducted in the 1920s and 1930s, highlighted the significance of workers' feelings and thoughts in influencing performance.
Quantitative Approach
- The quantitative approach, also known as management science, involves using quantitative techniques, such as statistics, optimization models, information models, and computer simulations, to improve decision-making.
Contemporary Approaches
- The systems approach views an organization as a set of interrelated and interdependent parts working together to produce a unified whole.
- This approach emphasizes that actions taken in one part of an organization affect others, considering inputs, transformation processes, and outputs.
- Open systems interact with their environment, while closed systems do not.
- The contingency approach recognizes that organizations are different and must be managed in ways that suit their unique situations and contingencies.
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This quiz explores the evolution of management theories, including the classical approach and significant historical figures like Frederick Winslow Taylor and the impact of the Industrial Revolution. It also highlights ancient large-scale projects and labor specialization as key influences in management practices.
