Question

Match List-I with List-II.

List-I (Explanation)	List-II (Concept)
(A) Benchmarks which must be adhered to during production	(I) Fatigue Study
(B) Separation of planning and execution functions	(II) Method Study
(C) Rest intervals are decided	(III) Standardization
(D) Finding out one best way of doing the job	(IV) Functional Foremanship

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
• B. (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)
• C. (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
• D. (A)-(III), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

To solve the matching problem between List-I (Explanation) and List-II (Concept) in the context of business studies, we need to understand the descriptions and concepts:

1. (A) Benchmarks which must be adhered to during production: This refers to standards in the production process. The concept that matches is Standardization, which involves setting benchmarks to ensure uniformity and quality. Therefore, (A)-(III).
2. (B) Separation of planning and execution functions: This indicates dividing work into specialized areas. The concept related to this is Functional Foremanship, where planning and execution are handled by different personnel. Thus, (B)-(IV).
3. (C) Rest intervals are decided: This is about determining breaks to prevent overwork and maintain productivity, associated with Fatigue Study, which looks into optimal rest periods to reduce fatigue. Hence, (C)-(I).
4. (D) Finding out one best way of doing the job: This explanation points to developing optimized methods of work, related to Method Study that aims to find the most efficient way to perform tasks. So, (D)-(II).

Therefore, the correct match is:  (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

Answer 2

Here is the correct matching of the statements: 

(A)-(III): Benchmarks in production are related to standardization. Benchmarks set performance standards that help in measuring efficiency and setting goals for production.

(B)-(IV): The separation of planning and execution is part of functional foremanship. This management technique divides the planning and execution functions to improve efficiency in production.

(C)-(I): Rest intervals are studied under the fatigue study. Fatigue studies analyze how rest intervals affect worker performance and productivity, helping to determine the optimal timing for rest.

(D)-(II): Finding the best method for a job is related to the method study. This study involves analyzing and improving work processes to increase efficiency and productivity.

These matching highlights key concepts in production management and industrial engineering.