Organizational Behavior Systems
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>As natural as recreational play or rest and relaxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the autocratic model described in the text?

    <p>Relying on power and formal authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does management view employee performance in the autocratic model?

    <p>As solely management's task to direct, persuade, and push employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the typical managerial orientation in an autocratic environment according to the text?

    <p>Exercising formal official authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did the autocratic model have on employees during the industrial revolution?

    <p>Resulted in tight control of employees at work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the autocratic model, why is it believed that management does the thinking?

    <p>Because it is assumed that employees need to be directed, persuaded, and pushed into performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

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