In Analyzing the Differences Among Theories X, Y, and Z

question 42

Multiple Choice

In analyzing the differences among Theories X, Y, and Z managers, it is appropriate to assess that

• A) Theory Z managers believe that employees prefer to be directed.
• B) Theory Z managers understand that workers prefer to work by themselves, and will do their best work individually rather than with a team.
• C) Theory Z managers believe that getting employees more involved in work-related decisions will generally increase productivity.
• D) Theory Z managers believe that decision making is not part of an employee's responsibilities.

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Definitions:

Debt Ratio

A financial ratio that measures the proportion of a company's total debt to its total assets.

Operating Activities

Those activities directly related to the production, sale, and delivery of a company's products or services, as reflected in its income statement.

Current Accounts

Balances held in checking accounts that are typically used for the day-to-day money transactions and management.

Inventory Turnover

A ratio showing how many times a company's inventory is sold and replaced over a period.