You Have Recently Earned a Promotion at Work and Are

question 23

Multiple Choice

You have recently earned a promotion at work and are now a manager. You decide to use your knowledge of social psychology to improve the working conditions of your new subordinates. You know that the dissonance theory predicts that attitudes will follow behaviors for which we feel some responsibility; therefore you decide to use _____ to elicit the desired behaviors in your subordinates.

• A) reminders of your legitimate authority
• B) only social punishments and rewards
• C) promises rather than threats
• D) only enough incentive

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Definitions:

Skill-Based Pay

A system of pay that rewards employees for the acquisition and the development of new skills that lead to enhanced work performance.

Extrinsic Rewards

Rewards that come from an external source, such as money, trophies, or praise, which are given to someone for performing a particular task.

Self-Praise

The act of expressing commendation, pride, or approval of oneself, often perceived negatively when excessive.

Paid Vacations

Employer-provided benefits allowing employees time off work with pay.