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Assertion (A):
Design skills are used less frequently as managers move to higher positions.

Reason (R):
At higher levels, managers become more occupied with coordinating human resources than solving problems.

ABoth A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

BBoth A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

CA is true, R is false

DA is false, R is true

Answer:

D. A is false, R is true

Read Explanation:

  • Design skills are actually used more frequently at higher levels to solve complex, organization-wide issues. Although higher-level managers coordinate people, problem-solving remains a core part of their role.


Related Questions:

Regarding Technical Skills in management:

  1. They involve methods, processes, and procedures specific to a specialized field.
  2. They are of higher importance for top executives than for front-line supervisors.
  3. Professionals like engineers and accountants require strong technical skills in their work.

    Assertion (A):
    The Liaison role involves building contacts outside the chain of command to gather useful information.

    Reason (R):
    This helps managers acquire resources and information from external parties that can benefit the organization.

    Assertion (A):
    Top management is mainly concerned with policy formulation and external relations.

    Reason (R):
    They are responsible for day-to-day supervision of workers on the shop floor.

    Which skill becomes increasingly important as a manager rises in responsibility and is expected to resolve employee grievances, not just troubleshoot operational problems?

    Concerning Design Skills: Which are correct?

    1. They go beyond troubleshooting and include solving employee grievances.
    2. They are used with decreasing frequency as the manager moves up the career ladder.
    3. They involve resourcefulness in aligning all units toward organizational goals.