Question

Identify the Principle of Management where Taylor pioneered the introduction of method of scientific inquiry into the domain of management practice.

• A. Science, not rule of thumb
• B. Harmony, not discord
• C. Cooperation, not individualism
• D. Development of each and every person to the greatest efficiency and prosperity

Hint:

Taylor's principle: Science, not Rule of Thumb
means replacing traditional methods with scientifically tested methods.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Frederick Winslow Taylor introduced the concept of: \[ \text{Scientific Management} \] The principle: \[ \text{Science, not rule of thumb} \] emphasizes that management decisions should be based on:
• Scientific study
• Observation
• Analysis
• Experimentation instead of: \[ \text{trial and error methods} \] Taylor believed that each task should be performed using the: \[ \text{best scientific method} \] to achieve maximum efficiency. Option analysis:
• Option (A): Correct
• Option (B): Focuses on cordial relations between workers and management
• Option (C): Emphasizes teamwork instead of individual efforts
• Option (D): Focuses on employee development and prosperity Therefore: \[ \boxed{\text{(A)}} \]