Low productivity is one of the signs of a negative work ethic. A correctional officer who can’t keep up with rounds or security checks is one example. Keeping this in mind, which of the following defines the term work ethic?

skills that enable us to communicate and cooperate with others effectively

the ability to work hard while maintaining proper moral values within the workplace

the quality of being honest and having strong moral character

uninvited and unwelcome verbal or physical behavior by an authority figure