GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
____ method of Job design involves breaking down jobs into small parts
A
Job rotation
B
Job enlargement
C
Job enrichment
D
Work simplification
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Under this method, the job is simplified by breaking it down into small sub-parts. Then, each part of the job is assigned to a worker who does the same task over and over again. This enables the worker to gain proficiency and fitness in doing the repetitive task.

Detailed explanation-2: -Job simplification is when managers remove tasks rather than adding them. While this may seem like the opposite of job design, it can actually help narrow a role to a specific task or set of tasks. Professionals often use this approach when a position has become too enlarged and is unmanageable.

Detailed explanation-3: -The methods of job design include job simplification, job rotation, job enlargement and job enrichment: 1) Job simplification: under this method the complete job is broken into small sub parts which do not require much specialized training. 3) Job enlargement: here job is horizontally enhanced.

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