Malcolm, Manager of a Purchasing Department, Keeps a Close Watch

question 173

Multiple Choice

Malcolm, manager of a purchasing department, keeps a close watch on his employees to make sure they don't extend their work breaks beyond the 15-minute time allotment. Malcolm would be described as a ______ manager.

• A) traditional
• B) Theory Y
• C) Theory X
• D) Theory Z

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Definitions:

Direct Supervisor

The immediate superior in the workplace responsible for overseeing an employee's daily activities.

Analysis

The process of examining components or structure of a substance, system, or theory to understand its nature or to determine its essential features.

Everyday Hassles

Routine challenges or minor disturbances that occur in day-to-day life and can contribute to stress.

Predictive

Relating to the ability to make accurate predictions or forecasts about future events or outcomes based on current or past data.