Asked by Effat Rafsana Hossain on Sep 26, 2024
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In an effort move the greatest amount of material in a day, what did Frederick W. Taylor do when his studies revealed the optimum shovel load to be 21 pounds?
A) Automated the process to eliminate human labor
B) Invented a steam-powered shoveling machine
C) Suggested employees bring their own shovels to work
D) Replaced workers' shovels with specialized company shovels
E) Replaced all the shovelers with harder workers
Frederick W. Taylor
Known as the father of scientific management, he introduced methods for improving industrial efficiency.
Optimum Shovel Load
The ideal quantity of material a shovel can efficiently move at one time, maximizing productivity while minimizing physical strain and operational costs.
- Acquire knowledge about the basic principles of scientific management and its effects on current organizational practices.
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Mostafa Maged2 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Frederick W. Taylor replaced workers' shovels with specialized company shovels in order to achieve the most efficient material movement.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the basic principles of scientific management and its effects on current organizational practices.