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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:

Which managerial role requires extensive networking outside the organization to facilitate information exchange and resource acquisition?

Assertion (A):
Analytical skills are increasingly important in the era of big data and data mining.

Reason (R):
They enable managers to apply logical and systematic methods to analyze alternatives and arrive at optimal solutions.

With reference to Managerial Roles (Mintzberg’s classification): Which statements are correct?

  1. In the Spokesperson role, managers communicate internal policies to middle-level staff for implementation.
  2. The Liaison role requires networking outside the chain of command to gather information.
  3. The Disturbance Handler role is activated mainly in times of crisis.

    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.

    Which function is mainly performed by lower-level managers in an organization?