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Library Sciences QUESTION #1537
Question 1
Which management theory, associated with Frederick Winslow Taylor, emphasized scientific analysis of work tasks to maximize efficiency and is sometimes criticized for treating workers as machines?
  • Human Relations Theory
  • Systems Theory
  • Scientific Management Theory✔️
  • Contingency Theory
Correct Answer Explanation
Scientific Management (Taylorism) focused on analyzing and optimizing work processes through time-and-motion studies to maximize efficiency. Stueart & Moran (2007) note its limited applicability to library settings due to its mechanistic view of workers, which ignores motivation and job satisfaction.