Which of the Following Examples Illustrates the Concept of Instrumentality

question 95

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples illustrates the concept of instrumentality?

• A)Clara did not feel very happy about her admission to medical school as she enrolled for the course to fulfill her parents' wishes.
• B)Roger was extremely happy on winning the best employee award,as he always wanted to win it.
• C)Edward is excited to learn that he is selected for an overseas assignment because he had worked hard to clear the selection process.
• D)Pamela is keen on extra hours of practice that would help her win the annual talent show to be held in her community.

Explain the discrepancy between perceived and actual changes in marital satisfaction over time.

Assess the role of confirmation and self-enhancement motives on partner perceptions and relationship dynamics.

Define and understand the commitment calibration hypothesis.

Contrast the confirmation and enhancement biases and their implications for relationships.

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Definitions:

Price Elasticity

A measure of the responsiveness of the quantity demanded or supplied of a good or service to a change in its price.

Total Revenue

The total income received by a company from its sales of goods or services, calculated without deducting any costs or expenses.

Price Range

The spread between the highest and lowest selling price of a commodity or service over a certain period of time, reflecting its market volatility or stability.

Elasticity of Demand

A determination of the responsiveness of consumer interest in a good due to price fluctuations.