According to Your Textbook, _______________ Is the Aspect of Psychology

question 95

Multiple Choice

According to your textbook, _______________ is the aspect of psychology that is least recognized and understood by the public.

• A) research psychology
• B) clinical psychology
• C) applied psychology
• D) educational psychology

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Definitions:

VIE Theory

Stands for Valence, Instrumentality, and Expectancy, a psychological theory that explains motivation in terms of an individual's belief in the effectiveness and value of effort towards achieving a goal.

Goal Theory

The concept that setting specific, challenging, and attainable goals can significantly enhance employee performance.

Motivate

The process of providing reasons for people to act in a desired manner.

Difficult Goals

Objectives that are challenging to achieve and require significant effort, motivation, and planning to accomplish.