Question

Evan, a manager at a department store, believes most of his subordinates dislike work and would avoid it if possible. He also believes that his employees have little, if any, ambition, and that the only way to motivate them is by using threats and punishment. Evan's views are consistent with ___________ management.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is letter "B": Theory X.

Explanation:

American economist Douglas McGregor (1906-1964) proposed in his book "The Human Side of Enterprise" (1960) the Theory X explain employee drivers. According to this concept, workers dislike their work and are reluctant to take responsibility which makes creates the need for supervising them constantly. McGregor stated that employees do not have incentives or ambitions to be at work, therefore, they need rewards or punishments to achieve the corporate's objectives.