D Question 3 5 pts How does Machiavelli perceive human nature (i.e. how men in g

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D Question 3 5 pts How does Machiavelli perceive human nature (i.e. how men in general behave)? "One can make this generalization about men: they are ungrateful, fickle, liars, and deceivers, they shun danger and are greedy for profit; while you treat them well, they are yours." "For fear is quite compatible with an absence of hatred: and the prince can always avoid hatred..." O "In this context, there are only common people, and there is no leeway for the few when the many are firmly sustained "But one must know how to colour one's actions and be a great liar and deceiver"

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According to Machiavelli men are ungrateful and deceivers and are always seeking ways to maximize their own self interest. They are selfish and do not care about others.

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