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colton

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A key difference between Fayol's and Mintzberg's view of management is that Fayol's view was based on empirical observations of managers in action.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Providing motivation is part of the controlling function of management.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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Answer to Question 1

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: It was Mintzberg, rather than Fayol, who based his categories on what managers actually do. Fayol's categories were based on experience, but his data was not collected in a systematic manner.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: Motivating employees falls under the category of leadership for a manager, not controlling.



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