CIPS Exam L3M4 Topic 1 Question 23 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L3M4 exam

Question #: 23
Topic #: 1

The view that workers are naturally lazy, avoid responsibility and are without ambition is in line with Theory (Douglas McGregor):

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X - this view is one end of the extreme spectrum created by McGregor to aid discussion and under-standing of management types / styles.

The other extreme being 'Y'.

by Ozell at Sep 19, 2024, 01:52 AM

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Odette

2 months ago

Theory Y, baby! I'm like a unicorn - ambitious, responsible, and practically perfect in every way.

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Benedict

2 months ago

C'mon, it's gotta be Theory Y. I'm not about that 'control and punishment' life, you know?

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Vanesa

1 months ago

Definitely Theory Y, it's all about positive reinforcement.

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Amber

1 months ago

Yeah, Theory X just assumes the worst in people.

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Vallie

1 months ago

I agree, Theory Y is all about trusting and empowering employees.

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Ira

2 months ago

Ah, the age-old debate - are we lazy or ambitious? I prefer to think I'm just good at finding the perfect work-life balance.

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Jesusa

2 months ago

Theory Y, no doubt. I'm not a fan of micromanagement. Let me do my thing, boss!

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Bulah

29 days ago

Yeah, Theory Y encourages employees to take initiative and be more productive.

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Rasheeda

1 months ago

I think Theory X is too controlling and doesn't bring out the best in workers.

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Von

1 months ago

I prefer Theory Y as well, it allows for more autonomy and trust in the employees.

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Youlanda

2 months ago

I agree, Theory Y is definitely more motivating for employees.

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Pauline

3 months ago

Hmm, I'm pretty sure it's Theory X. McGregor was all about that 'carrot and stick' approach, right?

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Lore

1 months ago

Yes, Theory X is the correct answer. McGregor believed that workers needed to be coerced into working.

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Laurena

1 months ago

Definitely Theory X. McGregor thought that workers needed to be closely supervised and controlled.

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Dianne

2 months ago

I think you're right, it's Theory X. McGregor believed in a more authoritarian management style.

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Amina

2 months ago

D) A

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Brittni

2 months ago

C) Y

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Marla

2 months ago

B) X

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Tammy

2 months ago

A) Z

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Refugia

3 months ago

Theory Y all the way! I'm naturally ambitious and love taking responsibility. Who wants to be lazy anyway?

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Tonette

2 months ago

I'm with you on Theory Y, being ambitious is key in the workplace.

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Sheron

2 months ago

I believe in Theory Y too, it's all about mindset and motivation.

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Carma

2 months ago

I think Theory X is more accurate, some people are just naturally lazy.

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Shonda

3 months ago

I agree, Theory Y is definitely more aligned with my work ethic.

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Shawnna

3 months ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is Theory Y which states that workers are motivated and seek responsibility.

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Yaeko

3 months ago

I agree with Talia, Theory X suggests that workers are naturally lazy.

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Talia

3 months ago

I think the answer is Theory X.

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