What situations are better suited for Theory X and what situations are better suited for Theory Y?  Why?

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What situations are better suited for Theory X and what situations are better suited for Theory Y?  Why?

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Theory X and Theory Y are two theories of motivation proposed by Douglas McGregor in his 1960 book, The Human Side of Enterprise. Theory X assumes a negative view of human nature, while Theory Y approaches the same topic from a more positive perspective. Theory X suggests that employees must be closely supervised and controlled due to their aversion to work.

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