A worker receives an order to meet the daily production target from one manager and an order to train the new workers from another. Which of the following principles does the company neglect?
A) Scalar chain principle
B) Unity of command principle
C) Unity of direction principle
D) Principle of motion study
E) Principle of merit

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The company neglects the unity of command principle which states that an employee should receive orders from only one superior to avoid confusion and conflict. In this situation, the worker is receiving conflicting orders from two different managers.

A Worker Receives an Order to Meet the Daily Production