Discussion
McGregor hypothesized that a manager’s assumption about human behavior predetermined :
Answer: A
McGregor held that a manager's assumptions predetermined his administrative style.
In The Human Side of Enterprise (1960), Douglas McGregor argued that behind every managerial decision lie assumptions about human nature. A manager who holds Theory X assumptions (people dislike work, avoid responsibility and must be coerced) adopts a directive, controlling style. One who holds Theory Y assumptions (people find work natural, seek responsibility and exercise self-direction) adopts a participative, supportive style.
Decision-making, interpersonal relations and the line of action a manager takes are all parts of that style, so each is too narrow. McGregor's point was about the whole manner of managing, which is why 'administrative style' is the answer.
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