Business Management - Study Mode
[#291] Span of control means
Correct Answer
(D) the number of people managed
Explanation
Solution: Span of control means the number of people managed. The concept of "span of control," also known as management ratio, refers to the number of subordinates controlled directly by a superior.
[#292] ________is a force to drive a person to action
Correct Answer
(A) motivation
Explanation
Solution: Motivation is a force to drive a person to action. Motivation is the word derived from the word 'motive' which means needs, desires, wants or drives within the individuals. It is the process of stimulating people to actions to accomplish the goals.
[#293] The organization which was devised by FW Taylor was
Correct Answer
(A) functional organization
Explanation
Solution: The organization which was devised by FW Taylor was functional organization. A functional organization is a common type of organizational structure in which the organization is divided into smaller groups based on specialized functional areas, such as IT, finance, or marketing.
[#294] Need hierarchy theory was formulated by
Correct Answer
(A) maslow
Explanation
Solution: Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a motivational theory in psychology comprising a five-tier model of human needs, often depicted as hierarchical levels within a pyramid. Needs lower down in the hierarchy must be satisfied before individuals can attend to needs higher up. From the bottom of the hierarchy upwards, the needs are: physiological, safety, love and belonging, esteem and self-actualization.
[#295] The leader acts as a liaison officer between the employees and the outside world is _________.
Correct Answer
(B) free-rein style
Explanation
Solution: The leader acts as a liaison officer between the employees and the outside world is free-rein style. Free-rein leadership, also called Laissez-Faire, is a type of leadership style in which leaders are hands-off and allow group members to make the decisions. Mangers set objectives and employees are free to do whatever is appropriate to accomplish those objectives.