According to the Older View of Management, Labeled as Theory

question 4

Multiple Choice

According to the older view of management, labeled as theory X by McGregor, management _____.

• A)sought to motivate an individual solely through external incentives
• B)strove to balance control and individual freedom
• C)lessened the need for external motivation by treating an individual as a mature person
• D)emphasized more concern for an individual than the job

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Definitions:

High-Mach

Personality traits characterized by manipulation and deceit as proposed in Machiavellianism theory.

Low-Mach

Refers to individuals who are not manipulative or deceitful and generally operate with honesty and integrity.

Manipulate

To control or influence something or someone cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously.

Extraversion

A personality trait characterized by high levels of sociability, assertiveness, talkativeness, and excitability among individuals.