principles of Management(unit 1) Quiz

What is the primary focus of management?

• Increasing production

• Managing resources efficiently and effectively

• Increasing sales

• Reducing workforce

Which of the following is NOT considered a level of management?

• Top-level management

• Middle-level management

• Lower-level management

• Horizontal management

Is management considered a science, an art, or both?

• Science

• Art

• Both

• Neither

Who is known as the father of scientific management?

• Henry Fayol

• Peter F. Drucker

• Elton Mayo

• F. W. taylor

Which management theorist introduced the concept of "14 Principles of Management"?

• F. W. Taylor

• Peter F. Drucker

• Henry Fayol

• Elton Mayo

What was Peter F. Drucker's primary contribution to management?

• Scientific management

• Human relations theory

• Management by objectives (MBO)

• Principles of management

Elton Mayo is best known for which series of studies?

• Time and motion studies

• Hawthorne studies

• Management by objectives

• 14 Principles of Management

Which function of management involves setting goals and deciding how to achieve them?

• Planning

• Organizing

• Leading

• Controlling

What is a significant trend in modern management practices?

• Centralized decision-making

• Decreased use of technology

• Emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility

• Focus on short-term gains

What is a key challenge for managers in today's business environment?

• Decreasing innovation

• Managing diverse workforces

• Reducing competition

• Eliminating customer feedback