Question

Which one of the following is a disadvantage of division of labour?

• A. Loss of job satisfaction for workers.
• B. Average cost of production decreases
• C. Increased production
• D. Efficiency of labour increases

Answer 1

The correct option is A Loss of job satisfaction for workers.

The division of labour process was created in order to increase overall productivity as each worker concentrates on producing one component of a product. The worker eventually specializes in the product and produces that specific component efficiently. This is also a disadvantage because the worker does not have a sense of job satisfaction which would also reduce productivity.