Nancy works in a factory that produces dolls and other toys. To improve productivity, Nancy's manager broke down each job into its component tasks, determined the best way to perform each task, and specified the output to be achieved by each worker performing the task. As a result, Nancy is expected to add arms and legs to 50 dolls per day. She is paid $2.50 per doll, but if she exceeds 50 dolls in a day, she receives an additional $1.50 per doll. This scenario relates to
A) the Hawthorne effect.
B) Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
C) Herzberg's two-factor theory.
D) McGregor's Theory X.
E) the classical theory of motivation.

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This scenario relates to the classical theory of motivation, in which money is the sole motivator for workers. To improve productivity, this theory indicates that managers should break down each job into its component tasks, determine the best way to perform each task, and specify the output to be achieved by each worker performing the task. Further, it specifies that managers link workers' pay directly to their output, paying a certain amount for each unit they produce and paying a higher rate per unit for those who exceed their quota.

Nancy Works in a Factory That Produces Dolls and Other