Douglas McGregor Described Two Very Different Sets of Managerial Attitudes

question 298

Multiple Choice

Douglas McGregor described two very different sets of managerial attitudes about employees, which he called

• A) the positive view and the negative view.
• B) the macro perspective and the micro perspective.
• C) Theory X and Theory Y.
• D) individualism and collectivism.

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Definitions:

Personal Growth

The process of improving self-awareness, developing talents, and potential, and enhancing the quality of life.

Constructive Disagreements

Differences in opinion that are expressed respectfully and can lead to positive outcomes through enhanced understanding and solutions.

Aggressive Mechanism

A psychological strategy employed to deal with stress or threat, often characterized by assertive or confrontational behavior.

Displacement

The redirection of an impulse from a socially unacceptable target to a more acceptable or less threatening one.