The term ______ is used to describe the behavior of people who manipulate others and use unethical practices for personal gain.
A) self-monitoring
B) proactive personality
C) Machiavellianism
D) locus of control

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Machiavellianism refers to a personality trait where individuals are so focused on their own interests that they will manipulate, deceive, and exploit others to achieve their goals. This term is derived from the name of Niccolò Machiavelli, a Renaissance-era philosopher known for his treatise on political manipulation and power dynamics, "The Prince."

The Term ______ Is Used to Describe the Behavior of People