Simon was positively influenced by ideas of—
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Terry
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Barnard
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L. D. White
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Henry Fayol
Herbert Simon's decision-making theory was significantly influenced by Chester Barnard's work on organizational behavior and the functions of the executive. Terry, L.D. White, and Fayol had less direct influence on Simon's theoretical contributions.
To answer this question, we need to understand the ideas and contributions of each person mentioned.
Option A) Terry - This option is incorrect because Frederick Winslow Taylor, commonly known as F.W. Taylor, is often referred to as the father of scientific management and his ideas focused on maximizing efficiency and productivity through the scientific study of work processes. Simon's work was not directly influenced by Taylor's ideas.
Option B) Barnard - This option is correct. Chester Barnard was a management theorist known for his work on the functions of executives and the acceptance theory of authority. Barnard emphasized the importance of cooperation and the role of executives in achieving organizational goals. Simon was influenced by Barnard's ideas and incorporated them into his own work on organizational decision-making.
Option C) L. D. White - This option is incorrect. L. D. White, also known as Louis D. White, was a sociologist and labor economist known for his work on the history of business organizations. While his work was influential in the field of organizational studies, Simon's ideas were not directly influenced by White's work.
Option D) Henry Fayol - This option is incorrect. Henri Fayol was a management theorist known for his work on the principles of management. Fayol's ideas focused on functions of management and organizational structure. While Fayol's work was influential in the field of management, Simon's ideas were not directly influenced by Fayol's principles.
The correct answer is B) Barnard. Simon was positively influenced by Chester Barnard's ideas on organizational decision-making and the acceptance theory of authority.