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According to Theory Y, how does management view employees?
According to Theory Y, how does management view employees?
- As unproductive without constant monitoring
- As needing external motivation for any task
- As lazy individuals needing strict supervision
- As inherently capable of self-direction and self-control (correct)
What does Theory Y suggest about employees who appear lazy?
What does Theory Y suggest about employees who appear lazy?
- They are inherently lazy and need to be micromanaged
- They lack the skills to perform well at work
- They are unenthusiastic about their jobs
- Their behavior is influenced by past negative experiences in organizations (correct)
In Theory Y, what role does management play in the workplace?
In Theory Y, what role does management play in the workplace?
- Providing an environment for employees to unleash their potential (correct)
- Controlling every aspect of employees' tasks
- Dictating the exact methods for employees to follow
- Ignoring the development of employee skills
How does Theory Y describe work for employees under optimal conditions?
How does Theory Y describe work for employees under optimal conditions?
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What is the main characteristic of the autocratic model described in the text?
What is the main characteristic of the autocratic model described in the text?
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How does management view employee performance in the autocratic model?
How does management view employee performance in the autocratic model?
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What was the typical managerial orientation in an autocratic environment according to the text?
What was the typical managerial orientation in an autocratic environment according to the text?
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What impact did the autocratic model have on employees during the industrial revolution?
What impact did the autocratic model have on employees during the industrial revolution?
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In the autocratic model, why is it believed that management does the thinking?
In the autocratic model, why is it believed that management does the thinking?
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