Quiz on Elton Mayo's Management Theories

What is Elton Mayo widely regarded as the father of?

• Organizational Behavior

• Human Relations Movement

• Scientific Management

• Behavioral Economics

Which study is NOT associated with Elton Mayo?

• Time and Motion Study

• Bank Wiring Room Study

• Philadelphia Spinning Mill Studies

• Hawthorne Experiments

What was the primary focus of the Philadelphia Spinning Mill Studies?

• Increasing production speed

• Reducing employee turnover

• Improving financial incentives

• Enhancing product quality

What did the Hawthorne Experiments initially aim to determine?

• Effects of lighting on worker efficiency

• Impact of financial bonuses on productivity

• Influence of management styles on morale

• Role of technology in manufacturing

What is one of the key findings from the Hawthorne Experiments?

• Physical working conditions are the only motivators

• Group dynamics significantly influence productivity

• Financial rewards are the most effective motivators

• Job satisfaction is unrelated to social interactions

According to Mayo, what primarily causes industrial problems?

• Market competition

• Human and social factors

• Technical inefficiencies

• Economic downturns

Which of the following is NOT a recommendation from Mayo's management theories?

• Encourage social interaction among employees

• Provide opportunities for personal expression

• Recognize employee contributions

• Limit communication to formal channels

What was one of the outcomes of the Bank Wiring Room Study?

• Direct correlation between hours worked and output

• Increased production due to financial incentives

• Formation of cliques and informal rules

• Improved working conditions leading to higher morale

How do Mayo's theories apply to modern companies?

• They disregard employee satisfaction

• They focus solely on financial incentives

• They emphasize the importance of human factors

• They are completely obsolete

What was a significant impact of the Hawthorne Experiments on management practices?

• Increased focus on employee welfare

• Emphasis on strict supervision

• Reduction of team collaboration

• Prioritization of technological advancements