A significant weakness with Frederick Winslow Taylor's theory of scientific management is that it
A) fails to address the problem that highly specialized jobs can reduce employee motivation.
B) gives too much decision-making power to employees rather than management.
C) relies too much on team-work rather than individual behaviour and performance.
D) it is too abstract to be applicable to the real world.
E) has too much focus on organizational effectiveness.

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Taylor's scientific management focuses on efficiency and specialization, which can lead to monotonous and highly specialized jobs, potentially reducing employee motivation and satisfaction.

A Significant Weakness with Frederick Winslow Taylor's Theory of Scientific