The Tendency to Experience Positive Emotions Such as Happiness, Satisfaction

question 100

Multiple Choice

The tendency to experience positive emotions such as happiness, satisfaction, and enthusiasm, regarding work is called

• A) positive affect.
• B) locus of control.
• C) the halo effect.
• D) self-efficacy.

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Definitions:

Behavior

The observable actions or responses of humans or animals in response to external or internal stimuli.

Genes

Units of heredity made up of DNA that act as instructions to make molecules called proteins, influencing the development, functioning, and reproduction of organisms.

Behavior Geneticists

Scientists who study the genetic and environmental influences on human behavior, often through twin and adoption studies.

Selective Breeding Studies

Research activities focused on the intentional breeding of organisms to produce offspring with desirable traits, often used in agriculture and animal husbandry.