If Alberta Is Categorized as a Theory X Manager, Which

question 21

Multiple Choice

If Alberta is categorized as a Theory X manager, which of the following behaviors is she most likely to exhibit?

• A)She will empower her subordinates.
• B)She will trust her employees to use their discretion in most matters.
• C)She will strictly control all the details of any project she is managing.
• D)She will delegate authority extensively to junior managers.
• E)She will let her employees choose their own goals.

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Definitions:

Costs of Quality

The expenses associated with preventing, detecting, and correcting defective work, categorised into prevention costs, appraisal costs, and failure costs.

ISO 14000

A series of environmental management standards established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Source Inspection

Quality control methodology where components or materials are inspected at the supplier's site before shipment to the manufacturer.

Employee Empowerment

The practice of giving employees the autonomy, resources, and skills to make decisions within their roles, aiming to improve satisfaction and productivity.