Acme, Incorporated believes that most persons will attempt to act in ways to benefit themselves, even at the expense of groups the person belongs to, and that they will also try to do as little as possible while still obtaining maximum rewards. These organizational beliefs reflect what aspect of organizational culture?

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Basic assumptions are the deeply rooted beliefs and values that are taken for granted and shape how members interpret and respond to organizational events and situations. Acme's belief that individuals primarily act in their self-interest and do the minimum amount necessary to obtain maximum rewards reflects a basic assumption about their organizational culture.

Acme, Incorporated Believes That Most Persons Will Attempt to Act