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Which of the following BEST distinguishes 'job enlargement' from 'job enrichment' as motivational strategies in Human Resource Management?

AJob enlargement increases the depth of a role by adding decision-making authority, while job enrichment expands the number of tasks at the same level
BJob enlargement adds more tasks of a similar nature (horizontal loading), while job enrichment adds greater responsibility and autonomy (vertical loading)CORRECT
CJob enlargement is applicable only to managerial staff, while job enrichment applies to all cadres of employees
DJob enlargement is a short-term motivational tool, while job enrichment is exclusively a long-term retention strategy
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Job enlargement involves horizontal loading — increasing the variety and quantity of tasks at the same skill and responsibility level — to reduce monotony. Job enrichment, based on Herzberg's two-factor theory, involves vertical loading — adding greater autonomy, responsibility, and decision-making authority — thereby addressing higher-order motivational needs. The distinction is critical in designing effective job roles and is a frequently tested HRM concept in professional examinations.
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