During the First Month After Eli Was Hired as a Computer

question 78

Multiple Choice

During the first month after Eli was hired as a computer technician, he found the work very satisfying and had a positive attitude about the job. After a few months however, Eli found his job satisfaction was lower than it had originally been, although he still felt positively about his job on most days. Which phenomenon explains Eli's experience?

• A) honeymoon period
• B) burnout
• C) external locus of control
• D) negative affect

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