Emily Jefferson is a supervisor for a local bank who sums up her management philosophy by saying "My people are basically lazy and it is my job to tell them what, when, and how to do things. In fact, they want to be told what to do." What label would McGregor have applied to Ms. Jefferson's management style?
A) Theory Z
B) Ineffective
C) Theory X
D) Task-motivated
E) Theory Y

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Ms. Jefferson's management philosophy aligns with McGregor's Theory X, which assumes that people dislike work, avoid responsibility, and need to be coerced, controlled, or directed. This philosophy emphasizes a top-down approach to management where managers give detailed instructions and closely monitor their employees' work.

Emily Jefferson Is a Supervisor for a Local Bank Who