Perseus,manager of a Purchasing Department,keeps a Close Watch on His

question 41

Multiple Choice

Perseus,manager of a purchasing department,keeps a close watch on his employees to make sure they don't extend their work breaks beyond the 15-minute time allotment.Perseus would be described as a _____ manager.

• A)Theory B
• B)Theory Y
• C)Theory X
• D)Theory Z

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Definitions:

Normative Social Influence

The influence of other people that leads us to conform in order to be liked and accepted by them, resulting in social harmony and cohesion.

Informational Influence

The effect on an individual's behavior or attitudes caused by the desire to be correct and to understand the proper way to act in a given situation.

Informational Influence

A form of social influence wherein individuals change their opinions or behaviors in response to receiving new information or observing others.

Normative Influence

The process of using others to determine how to fit in.