CPWM UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
Question:
1. What is the definition of management?
Answer:
Management is the process undertaken by one or more persons to coordinate the activities the activities of
other persons for the purpose of attaining results not achievable by any one person acting alone.
Question:
2. What are the three basic approaches to management?
Answer:
1. Classical Approach
2. Behavioral Approach
3. Management Approach
Question:
3. What are the two branches of the behavioral approach to management?
Answer:
Human Relations Branch Behavioral Science Branch
Question:
4. The most modern approach to management is
Answer:
The management Science Approach
Question:
5. What is the advantage to this type of organization? Management Science Approach
Answer:
This Approach is based on technical problem solving. It focuses on using mathematics and statistics
(quantifiable data) to resolve production and operational problems.
Question:
6. What are the six major value orientations that are acquired early on in life that affect a manager's
decision-making process?
Answer:
1. Economic
2. Theoretical
3. Political
4. Religious
5. Aesthetic
6. Social
Question:
7. What are the eight functions of management?
, Answer:
1. Planning
2. Organizing
3. Directing
4. Staffing
5. Coordinating
6. Reporting
7. Budgeting
8. Evaluating
Question:
8. How does a line organization differ from a line and staff organization?
Answer:
In a line organization, the workforce is divided into groups according to a direct chain of command.
Question:
9. Aside from money, what motivates people to work?
Answer:
Recognition Achievement Advancement Responsibility Work Itself
Question:
10. Who is known for the Two Factor Theory of motivation?
Answer:
Herzberg
Question:
11. Who is the originator of the Needs Theory of motivation?
Answer:
Maslow
Question:
12. Explain the difference between the Two Factor Theory and the Needs Theory of motivation.
Answer:
Herzberg's Two Factor Theory is built upon two steps-Motivational Factors and Maintenance Factors.
Motivational factors are items that motivate an employee to work. These include achievement recognition,
advancement, etc. which are potential sources of satisfaction and effective performance. His Maintenance
Factors are potential sources of satisfaction but not motivation. Examples of these include interpersonal
relations, company policy, work conditions, etc.
Question:
13. Douglas McGregor is noted for what management theory?
Answer:
Theory X and theory Y
Question:
14. What is delegation?
ANSWERS
Question:
1. What is the definition of management?
Answer:
Management is the process undertaken by one or more persons to coordinate the activities the activities of
other persons for the purpose of attaining results not achievable by any one person acting alone.
Question:
2. What are the three basic approaches to management?
Answer:
1. Classical Approach
2. Behavioral Approach
3. Management Approach
Question:
3. What are the two branches of the behavioral approach to management?
Answer:
Human Relations Branch Behavioral Science Branch
Question:
4. The most modern approach to management is
Answer:
The management Science Approach
Question:
5. What is the advantage to this type of organization? Management Science Approach
Answer:
This Approach is based on technical problem solving. It focuses on using mathematics and statistics
(quantifiable data) to resolve production and operational problems.
Question:
6. What are the six major value orientations that are acquired early on in life that affect a manager's
decision-making process?
Answer:
1. Economic
2. Theoretical
3. Political
4. Religious
5. Aesthetic
6. Social
Question:
7. What are the eight functions of management?
, Answer:
1. Planning
2. Organizing
3. Directing
4. Staffing
5. Coordinating
6. Reporting
7. Budgeting
8. Evaluating
Question:
8. How does a line organization differ from a line and staff organization?
Answer:
In a line organization, the workforce is divided into groups according to a direct chain of command.
Question:
9. Aside from money, what motivates people to work?
Answer:
Recognition Achievement Advancement Responsibility Work Itself
Question:
10. Who is known for the Two Factor Theory of motivation?
Answer:
Herzberg
Question:
11. Who is the originator of the Needs Theory of motivation?
Answer:
Maslow
Question:
12. Explain the difference between the Two Factor Theory and the Needs Theory of motivation.
Answer:
Herzberg's Two Factor Theory is built upon two steps-Motivational Factors and Maintenance Factors.
Motivational factors are items that motivate an employee to work. These include achievement recognition,
advancement, etc. which are potential sources of satisfaction and effective performance. His Maintenance
Factors are potential sources of satisfaction but not motivation. Examples of these include interpersonal
relations, company policy, work conditions, etc.
Question:
13. Douglas McGregor is noted for what management theory?
Answer:
Theory X and theory Y
Question:
14. What is delegation?
