Which Theory Is Considered a Negative View of People

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which theory is considered a negative view of people?

• A)Theory Y
• B)Expectancy theory
• C)Need for affiliation theory
• D)Theory X

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Definitions:

Preexisting Idea

An idea or belief that was formed before being exposed to new information or experiences.

New Experience

Encountering or undergoing something for the first time, which can lead to learning, adaptation, and growth.

Secondary Circular Reactions

Part of Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, representing repetitive behaviors in infants aimed at reproducing interesting effects in their environment.

Mental Representations

Internal images, concepts, or thoughts that stand in for objects, events, or relations in the outside world, aiding in understanding and interaction.