Question

question 44 (1 point)
which statement reflects changes in the role of management?
most workers today show little initiative or creativity, so managers must spend more time directing their efforts.
the marketplace is becoming global, which increases both competition and opportunities for cooperation and integration.
firms are recognizing that their workforces are too diverse, so managers must find ways to reduce diversity without violating federal laws against discrimination.
the desire to encourage teamwork has resulted in larger, more cumbersome organizations with too many workers.
question 45 (1 point)
one of the four primary functions of management is

Explanation:

Question 44

• For the first option: Modern workplaces often emphasize employee initiative and creativity, so managers don't mainly direct efforts. This is incorrect.
• For the second option: Globalization of the marketplace does increase competition and create cooperation/integration opportunities, which changes management's role (e.g., managing global teams, dealing with international competition). This is correct.
• For the third option: Firms typically embrace workforce diversity as it brings benefits, and managers aim to leverage it, not reduce it. This is incorrect.
• For the fourth option: Encouraging teamwork often leads to more agile, not cumbersome, organizations. This is incorrect.

The four primary functions of management are planning (setting goals, strategies), organizing (arranging resources), leading (guiding employees), and controlling (monitoring performance). So an example of a primary function could be planning, organizing, leading, or controlling.

Answer:

B. The marketplace is becoming global, which increases both competition and opportunities for cooperation and integration.

Question 45 (assuming common management functions: planning, organizing, leading, controlling)