Which of the Following Is an Assumption of Theory Y

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an assumption of Theory Y?

• A) Most people prefer to be directed, wish to avoid responsibility, have relatively little ambition, and want security above all.
• B) An average human being has an inherent dislike of work and will avoid it if possible.
• C) A person will exercise self-direction and self-control in the service of objectives to which he or she is committed.
• D) Most people must be threatened with punishment to get them to put adequate effort toward the achievement of goals.

---

Definitions:

Cheating

The act of behaving dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage, especially in a context like academic examinations or competitive sports.

Punishment

A process by which a behavior is followed by a consequence that decreases the likelihood of the behavior's occurrence in the future.

Prisoner's Dilemma

A standard example of a game analyzed in game theory that shows why two rational individuals might not cooperate, even if it appears that it is in their best interest to do so.

Nash Equilibrium

A state in a game where no player can benefit by changing their strategy while the other players keep theirs unchanged.