Which of the following is most correct regarding the meaning of entitlement and earning?
A)The concept of entitlement in not different from the meaning of earning.
B)Earning engenders passive, irresponsible behavior.
C)The power of entitlement to rewards rests on a direct link between performance and rewards.
D)Merit raises have come to be viewed as entitlements and this has resulted in a reduction of their positive value.

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The correct answer is D because it highlights a common issue in workplaces where merit raises, initially intended as rewards for exceptional performance, are expected by employees over time, thus diminishing their intended effect of motivating higher performance. This expectation turns what should be an earned reward into something perceived as an entitlement, reducing its effectiveness as a motivational tool.

Which of the Following Is Most Correct Regarding the Meaning