Using McClelland's prescriptions,a manager trying to develop a positive high need for affiliation would be encouraged to all of the following except: _______________.
A)Point out models of achievement to employees.Identify and publicize the accomplishments of achievement heroes-the successful people,the winners-and use them as models
B)Arrange job tasks so that employees receive periodic feedback on performance,providing information that enables them to make modifications or corrections
C)Introduce realism into all work-related topics: promotion,rewards,transfer,development opportunities,and team membership opportunities.Employees should think in realistic terms and think positively about how they can accomplish goals
D)None of the above

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McClelland's theory focuses on three needs: achievement, affiliation, and power. The options A, B, and C are strategies that align with fostering a high need for achievement rather than specifically targeting a high need for affiliation. Therefore, none of the provided options directly contradicts the development of a high need for affiliation.

Using McClelland's Prescriptions,a Manager Trying to Develop a Positive High