Many Business Professionals Constantly Monitor Their Incoming Email and Text

question 114

Multiple Choice

Many business professionals constantly monitor their incoming email and text messages so they can appear to be alert and responsive, even at night and on weekends. Alternatively, some time management consultants recommend that business professionals should not constantly check for new messages because this practice distracts the worker from scheduled tasks that may have higher priority. The decision to check email or text messages less frequently may not harm the worker's salary if it is a:

• A) weak signal of worker ability.
• B) weak signal of cell phone strength.
• C) strong signal of worker ability.
• D) strong signal of ease of distraction.

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Definitions:

Social Phenomena

Behaviors, patterns, or events that influence or are influenced by individuals within a society.

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A mental discomfort experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Rationalize

The act of justifying behaviors or decisions with logical reasons, often after the fact, to make an action or belief appear more acceptable.

Mere Exposure Effect

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