Which of the following actions would most likely foster an effective relationship between managers and HR?
A) Focusing on the technical side of productivity and teaching it to HR
B) Hiring outside consultants to assist HR in implementing its programs
C) Requiring some management experience as part of HR professionals' training
D) Mandating after-work socializing among HR professionals and line managers

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Requiring HR professionals to have some management experience as part of their training would give them a better understanding of the challenges faced by managers, and help them tailor their programs to better assist managers in achieving their goals. This would ultimately lead to a stronger working relationship between the two groups. Focusing on technical productivity or mandating after-work socializing are unlikely to improve the relationship, while hiring outside consultants may help HR in the short term, but does not address the underlying issue of mutual understanding and collaboration.

Which of the Following Actions Would Most Likely Foster an Effective