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Taylor proposed scientific management as a replacement for which older approach?
ADifferential rate system
BRule of thumb method
CManagement by exception
DBureaucratic control
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Rule of thumb method
Managers earlier relied on personal judgment or rule of thumb, which Taylor wanted replaced by methods found through scientific study.
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