Bob Tends to View Employees as Basically Lazy and in Need

question 28

Multiple Choice

Bob tends to view employees as basically lazy and in need of motivation.Rob tends to view employees as vital aspects of any job and should be treated accordingly.According to Douglas McGregor,which theory best explains Bob's approach and Rob's approach to management?

• A)Bob's management style is similar to Theory X whereas Rob's approach is similar to Theory Y.
• B)Bob's management style is similar to Theory Y whereas Rob's approach is similar to Theory X.
• C)Bob's management style relies on the Army Beta approach whereas Rob's approach is similar to Army Alpha.
• D)Bob's management style is an example of industrial psychology whereas Rob's approach is similar to organizational psychology.

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