Which of the following is a specific assumption of Theory Y managers?

A. Employees who learn different aspects of the business will be in a better position to contribute to the broader goals of the organization.
B. By their very nature, people do not like to work and will avoid it whenever possible.
C. To get people to attain organizational objectives, it is necessary to use coercion, control, and threats of punishment.
D. The expenditure of physical and mental effort at work is as natural to people as resting or playing.


Answer: D

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