Modern Management Approaches Maintain That People Have Multiple and Varied

question 41

Multiple Choice

Modern management approaches maintain that people have multiple and varied needs, that their needs change over time, that they possess many talents and capabilities which can be developed, and that they:

• A) respond best when treated as responsible, self-actualising adults regardless of the demands of the situation.
• B) are very complex and must be managed strictly in all situations.
• C) respond best in all situations to participatory management.
• D) respond best when managers provide different managerial strategies and job opportunities to deal with the individual differences among workers.
• E) respond best to Theory X management.

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Definitions:

Transformational

Relating to transformational leadership, a style where leaders work to inspire and energize their followers by focusing on change and innovation for improvement and growth.

Locus of Control

Is the degree to which individuals believe they have control over the outcomes of events in their lives, as opposed to external forces having that control.

Task Structure

The way tasks are defined, organized, and sequenced within a job or project, including the clarity of goals and the necessary procedures for completion.

Environmental Contingencies

Factors in the environment that can affect the success or failure of an organization, requiring adaptation in strategies and processes.