General Studies · Critique of McGregor's Assumptions
Which of the following statements represents a major criticism of Douglas McGregor's framework regarding universal assumptions about employee desire for professional engagement?
- 1The framework assumes that the capacity for creativity is restricted to a very small percentage of the population.
- 2The theory assumes all employees are naturally motivated and responsible, ignoring that not all individuals seek responsibility or creativity at work.✓
- 3The theory is strictly based on empirical research and fails to account for philosophical aspects.
- 4The framework incorrectly suggests that employees are primarily driven by self-centered motivation in all scenarios.
Correct answer
The theory assumes all employees are naturally motivated and responsible, ignoring that not all individuals seek responsibility or creativity at work.
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