ACCA BT · Chapter 11 · Question 6 of 11
According to McGregor, a manager who believes that employees inherently dislike work, avoid responsibility and must be closely controlled holds which set of assumptions?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) Theory X
Explanation
McGregor's Theory X assumes people are lazy, dislike work and need coercion and close supervision. Theory Y assumes people can enjoy work, seek responsibility and exercise self-direction when committed to objectives. Theory Z is associated with Ouchi, and hygiene factors with Herzberg.
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