What does Theory Y assume about employees' capability for self-control?
a) Lack self-control
b) Self-motivated and capable of self-control
c) Ambitious but lack creativity
d) Prefer avoiding responsibility.
In Theory Y, what is the role of managers in decision-making?
a) Closely control
b) Delegate authority to employees
c) Discourage participation.
d) Use rewards only.
Explanation: Theory Y suggests managers delegate decision-making.
What does Theory Y assume about employees' ambition and preference?
a) Not ambitious
b) Ambitious and prefer responsibility
c) Motivated by economic needs
d) Need constant supervision.
How does Theory X view employees' interest in the company's goals?
a) Ambitious and interested
b) Self-centered and not interested
c) Creative and goal-oriented.
d) Thrive in a team environment.
Explanation: Theory X assumes employees are not interested in the company's goals.
How does Theory X recommend managing employees for efficiency?
a) Encourage creativity
b) Provide autonomy
c) Closely supervise and use rewards or punishments
d) Delegate decision-making.
Explanation: Theory X recommends close supervision and the use of rewards or punishments for efficiency.
Who introduced the concepts of Theory X and Theory Y in the 1960s?
a) Frederick Taylor
b) Peter Drucker
c) Douglas McGregor
d) Abraham Maslow
