GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which statement does not belong to Theory Y
A
human beings will try to reach objectives using their creativity
B
the intellectual potential of human beings is only partly used
C
human beings will only achieve corporate objectives if threatened with punishment
D
the prospect of achieving a higher position in a company will make employees work harder
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An assumption of Theory Y is that: people can exercise self-direction and self-control to meet company goals.

Detailed explanation-2: -Theory Y – people are self-motivated and enjoy the challenge of work. Managers with this assumption have a more collaborative relationship with their people, and motivate them by allowing them to work on their own initiative, giving them responsibility, and empowering them to make decisions.

Detailed explanation-3: -The core assumption here is that, in a given workplace environment, employees won’t have the intrinsic motivations required to accomplish objectives. Instead, a system should be in place where external motivators create desired behavioral outcomes.

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