Marcella Believes That Negative Events Are Temporary and Specific, Rather

question 68

Multiple Choice

Marcella believes that negative events are temporary and specific, rather than lingering and global. What kind of explanatory style is she showing?

• A) optimistic
• B) pessimistic
• C) self-actualized
• D) efficacious

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Definitions:

Quantitative

Relating to, measuring, or measured by the quantity of something rather than its quality.

Performance Improvement Plan

A series of steps designed to document the areas in which the employee needs to improve, discuss how to improve with the employee, and establish the timeframe for improvement.

Documenting Performance

The process of recording employees' job performance and behavior over a period for the purpose of evaluation, feedback, and developmental purposes.

Areas for Improvement

Specific aspects or skills that an individual or organization needs to develop in order to enhance performance or efficiency.