Question

______ is the ability to stand up for your own interests and to ask for what you want.
a. discipline
b. arrogance
c. assertiveness
d. discrimination

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Discipline refers to self - control or a field of study, not standing up for one's interests.
• Option B: Arrogance is an attitude of superiority, not about advocating for one's interests.
• Option C: Assertiveness is defined as the ability to stand up for one's own interests and ask for what one wants, which matches the description.
• Option D: Discrimination is the unjust treatment of different groups, not related to standing up for one's own interests.

Answer:

C. Assertiveness