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[#316] The quantitative approach to management has also been referred to by which of the following names?

(A) Sales optimisation

(B) Management science

(C) Managerial theory

(D) Statistical reformulation

Correct Answer

(B) Management science

[#317] The . . . . . . . . refers to the assignment of formal authority and responsibility to another person for carrying out specific activities.

(A) decentralisation of authority

(B) delegation of responsibility

(C) centralisation of authority

(D) delegation of authority

Correct Answer

(D) delegation of authority

[#318] According to system approach, Carzo and Yanouzas identify which of the following elements as sub-systems? 1.Technical sub-system 2. Goals and value sub-system 3. Power sub-system 4. Structural sub-system 5. Social sub-system

(A) 1, 2 and 4

(B) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

(C) 1, 3 and 5

(D) 2, 4 and 5

Correct Answer

(D) 2, 4 and 5

[#319] Match the following: List-I List-II a. Controlling 1. Clarity in working relationships b. Planning 2. Integration employees efforts c. Directing 3. Promotion of innovative ideas d. Organising 4. Ensuring discipline and order

(A) a-4, b-2, c-1, d-3

(B) a-1, b-4, c-2, d-3

(C) a-2, b-3, c-4, d-1

(D) a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1

Correct Answer

(D) a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1

[#320] Which of the following is not one of the elements of organisational structure?

(A) Centralisation

(B) Coordination

(C) Decentralisation

(D) Span of control

Correct Answer

(B) Coordination