Question

In Fast Food Nation, the best reason that the author offers for the fast-food industry’s strict regimen for productivity is that
once an order is placed, glowing buttons suggest other menu items.
company operation manuals can be updated more often.
it gives the companies power over their employees.
flashing lights can help tell employees what to do.

Answer 1

it gives the companies power over their employees.

Schlosser argues the strict routines and standardization are designed to control labor, reduce worker autonomy, and increase managerial power and efficiency.