Generally the best procedure for a supervisor to follow to get a planned heavy work load completed is to:

• A. Explain The Necessity And Request The Worker'S Cooperation
• B. Prod The Workers Continuously To Obtain Maximum Output
• C. Request Their Immediate Supervisor To Give The Workers A 'Pep' Talk
• D. Reduce The Lunch Period Until The Work Is Completed

Answer: (A)

The best approach is to explain why the heavy workload is necessary and request the workers’ cooperation. When people understand the purpose and importance of the work, they are more likely to commit to putting in the needed effort. This approach engages motivation from the workers themselves, builds trust, and fosters voluntary cooperation rather than resistance, which is crucial for sustaining performance on a demanding task.

Pushing workers continuously tends to feel like pressure or control, which can damage morale and productivity over time. A pep talk might boost momentary enthusiasm but doesn’t address the actual workload, resources, or planning needed for sustained effort. Reducing lunch periods is punitive, can harm health and morale, and is not a constructive or fair solution to a heavy workload.

To support this approach, combine the explanation with a clear plan: outline the task’s importance, set realistic goals, ensure resources are available, and offer support and feedback as progress is made.