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Frederick Winslow Taylor served as the president of which professional organization from 1906 to 1907?

AThe American Management Association

BThe Society of Industrial Engineers

CThe American Society of Mechanical Engineers

DThe Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Answer:

C. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Read Explanation:

  • Frederick Winslow Taylor served as the president of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) from 1906 to 1907.


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