The following table lists the four steps in Frederick Taylor$$s system of scientific management. Indicate the order in which the steps should be performed in order to optimize employee productivity, according to Taylor.

Action

Step $1$

Step $2$

Step $3$

Step $4$

Develop a science for each element of the job to replace old rule$-$of$-$thumb methods.

Scientifically select employees and then train them to do the job as described.

Supervise employees to make sure they follow the prescribed methods for performing their jobs.

Continue to plan the work, but use workers to get the work done.