Question 1

Management according to &#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Approach is the study of practical experience of Managers and hence such a study would provide a better understanding to the effective way of Managing an enterprise&#10;A)empirical&#10;B)management science&#10;C)contingency&#10;D)operational

Accepted Answer

The empirical approach focuses on learning from the practical experience of managers, suggesting that understanding effective management comes from studying real-world examples and outcomes.

Question 2

&#8230;........school of thought has developed on the idea that there is no single best method to find solutions to managerial problems&#10;A)empirical&#10;B)management science&#10;C)contingency&#10;D)operational

Accepted Answer

The contingency school of thought in management suggests that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to managerial problems. Instead, it posits that the most effective management strategy depends on the specific circumstances of the situation.

Question 3

Koontz and O'Donnel are advocates of &#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.approach to management&#10;A)empirical&#10;B)management science&#10;C)contingency&#10;D)operational

Accepted Answer

Koontz and O'Donnel are known for advocating the operational approach to management, which focuses on the functions and principles of management as a universal and integrative process.

Question 4

&#8230;.........approach attempts to understand managerial problems and to provide suitable solutions by the application of scientific methodology&#10;A)empirical&#10;B)management science&#10;C)contingency&#10;D)operational

Accepted Answer

The Management Science approach focuses on solving managerial problems using scientific methods and mathematical models, aiming to find the best possible solutions.

Question 5

The advocates of &#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..approach view management as the direction of the activities of a group of people towards the accomplishment of common Objectives&#10;A)empirical&#10;B)management science&#10;C)contingency&#10;D)human behavior

Accepted Answer

The human behavior approach to management focuses on understanding the importance of human aspects and directing the activities of a group towards achieving common objectives. This approach emphasizes the significance of interpersonal relationships, motivation, and leadership in managing organizations.

Question 6

The book &#34;Practice of Management was written by &#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#10;A)henry fayol&#10;B)f.w.taylor&#10;C)c.k. prahlad&#10;D)peter f. drucker

Accepted Answer

Peter F. Drucker is the author of "The Practice of Management," which is a foundational text in the study of management as a discipline.

Question 7

&#8230;............believed that leaders are not born but also developed through proper training in human behavior.&#10;A)mary parker follet&#10;B)f.w.taylor&#10;C)c.k. prahlad&#10;D)peter f. drucker

Accepted Answer

Mary Parker Follet believed that leaders are not born but can also be developed through proper training in human behavior. She emphasized the importance of leadership development, participative management, and the power of people working together in organizations.

Question 8

The concept of Job enrichment is a contribution by&#8230;&#8230;..&#10;A)frederick herzberg&#10;B)f.w.taylor&#10;C)c.k. prahlad&#10;D)peter f. drucker

Accepted Answer

Frederick Herzberg introduced the concept of job enrichment as part of his Two-Factor Theory of motivation. He suggested that enhancing the job by adding more meaningful tasks could increase job satisfaction and motivate employees.

Question 9

-------- is the process of selecting one best alternatives from different alternatives.&#10;A)planning&#10;B)organizing&#10;C)decision making&#10;D)forecasting

Accepted Answer

Decision making is the process of selecting the best alternative from different options available. It involves evaluating the pros and cons of each option to make the most effective choice.

Question 10

-------- is the process of identifying and grouping of work to be performed&#10;A)organizing&#10;B)staffing&#10;C)division of labour&#10;D)planning

Accepted Answer

Organizing is the process where the management identifies and groups work to be performed, defines and delegates responsibility and authority, and establishes relationships for the purpose of enabling people to work most effectively together in accomplishing objectives.

Question 11

-------- is a sequence of activities to be undertaken for implementing the policies and achieving the objectives of an enterprise.&#10;A)procedures&#10;B)programme&#10;C)rule&#10;D)plans

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The answer of -------- is a sequence of activities to...

Question 12

-------- is an organizational structure which clearly defines duties, responsibilities, and authority.&#10;A)formal&#10;B)informal&#10;C) natural&#10;D)none of these

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The answer of -------- is an organizational structure which clearly...

Question 13

--------organisation arises voluntarily or due to social interaction of people&#10;A)formal&#10;B)informal&#10;C)line organization&#10;D)all of these

Accepted Answer

The answer of --------organisation arises voluntarily or due to social...

Question 14

A superior cannot delegate&#10;A)authority&#10;B)responsibility&#10;C)duty&#10;D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The answer of A superior cannot delegate&#10;A)authority&#10;B)responsibility&#10;C)duty&#10;D)none of these...

Question 15

If the orders instructions or directions are delegated to a particular person, then it is known as&#10;A)general delegation&#10;B)specific delegation&#10;C)written delegation&#10;D)informal delegation

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The answer of If the orders instructions or directions are...

Question 16

--------- are certain assumptions about the future on the basis of which the plan will be formulated&#10;A)programs&#10;B)planning premises&#10;C)planning issues&#10;D)procedures

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The answer of --------- are certain assumptions about the future...

Question 17

Military type of organization is also called&#10;A)informal organization&#10;B)line organization&#10;C)line & staff&#10;D)functional

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The answer of Military type of organization is also called&#10;A)informal...

Question 18

Decentralization is&#10;A)compulsory&#10;B)optional&#10;C)none of these&#10;D)none of these.

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The answer of Decentralization is&#10;A)compulsory&#10;B)optional&#10;C)none of these&#10;D)none of these....

Question 19

---------- is a detailed and systematic study of jobs to know the nature and characteristics.&#10;A)man power planning&#10;B)job analysis&#10;C)staffing&#10;D)all of these

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The answer of ---------- is a detailed and systematic study...

Question 20

------------is the process of searching for prospective employees and stimulating them to apply for the Job.&#10;A)selection&#10;B)training&#10;C)recruitment&#10;D)induction

Accepted Answer

The answer of ------------is the process of searching for prospective...

Question 21

---------- is considered as a negative function of management.&#10;A)selection&#10;B)recruitment&#10;C)training&#10;D)placement

Accepted Answer

The answer of ---------- is considered as a negative function...

Deck 2: Management Approaches and Concepts