Which of the following is a potential drawback of overusing the division of labour in a production process?

• A. Increased productivity
• B. Worker boredom
• C. Higher flexibility
• D. Reduced training needs

Answer: (B)

Overusing division of labour can lead to boredom. When workers repeatedly perform the same simple task, the work can feel monotonous and unstimulating. This lack of variety can dampen motivation, lower job satisfaction, and reduce engagement with tasks. As motivation drops, quality and productivity can suffer, and absenteeism or turnover may rise, which undermines the initial gains from specialization.

The other options describe potential benefits, not drawbacks: increased productivity is a typical short-term gain, higher flexibility can be reduced by over-specialization rather than improved, and reduced training needs is a practical advantage of simple, repetitive tasks rather than a drawback.