Question

Identify the element of the function of management as discussed in the above case.

• A. Supervision
• B. Motivation
• C. Leadership
• D. Communication

Hint:

The case lists what each friend wants from a job, which is about motivation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Question:
The case talks about what three friends expect from a job: stability, growth and facilities, and autonomy. We must name the element of directing involved.

Step 2: Key Concept:
Directing has four elements: supervision, motivation, leadership and communication. Motivation is the process of stimulating people to act to achieve goals, by offering incentives that satisfy their needs.

Step 3: Check option (A).
Supervision means watching over the work of subordinates to see that it goes as planned. The case has no one watching work. So (A) is wrong.

Step 4: Check option (B).
Each friend names things that would drive him to join and work well, such as job security, career growth and a good climate. These are incentives that motivate. So (B) is right.

Step 5: Check option (C).
Leadership is influencing people to follow a path willingly. The case has no leader guiding a group. So (C) is wrong.

Step 6: Check option (D).
Communication is the exchange of information between people. The friends are discussing wishes, but the case is about the things that move them, not about a message. So (D) is wrong.

Final Answer:
The case is about the needs and incentives that move employees, which is motivation, option 2. \[ \boxed{\text{Option 2}} \]