If You Were a Theory X Manager You Might Do

question 42

Multiple Choice

If you were a Theory X manager you might do which of the following with your employees?

• A)Supervise employees closely
• B)Give employees a lot of freedom to define their own roles
• C)Leave employees alone, trusting that they are motivated to do their work without intervention
• D)Allow employees to complete their own evaluations each year

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Definitions:

Citizenship Behaviors

Voluntary actions by employees that are not part of their formal job requirements but contribute to the overall effectiveness of the organization.

Leader-Member Exchanges

The quality of the relationship between leaders and their team members, which can significantly impact performance and job satisfaction.

LMX Theory

Leadership theory that emphasizes the relationships between leaders and individual members, focusing on the dynamics of trust and respect.

High-Quality Exchanges

Interactions between leaders and followers that are characterized by mutual trust, respect, and obligation, leading to enhanced performance.