Question

Which of the following statements is FALSE about Taylor and Fayol?

पर्याय

• Fayol was a mining engineer whereas Taylor was a mechanical engineer.

• Fayol' s principles are applicable in specialised situations whereas Taylor's principles have universal application.

• Fayol' s principles are applicable in specialised situations whereas Taylor's principles have universal application.

• Fayol's principles are applicable at the top level of management whereas Taylor's principles are applicable at the shop floor.

Answer 1

Fayol' s principles are applicable in specialised situations whereas Taylor's principles have universal application.

Explanation - 

'Fayol's principles are applicable in specialised situations, whereas Taylor's principles have universal application,' is a false statement. In its place, the correct statement is, 'Fayol's principles are universally applicable, whereas Taylor's principles are only applicable in specialised situations.'