The assumption that workers have an inherent dislike of work,prefer to be told what to do,and respond to money as the primary motivator describes which of the following theories?

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Theory X, developed by Douglas McGregor, posits that employees are inherently lazy, lack ambition, resist change, are not particularly clever, and must be coerced or motivated by financial incentives to perform tasks. This contrasts with Theory Y, which suggests that employees are self-motivated and thrive on responsibility.

The Assumption That Workers Have an Inherent Dislike of Work,prefer