How Would David McClelland Likely Differ from Paul Lawrence in Assessing

question 76

Multiple Choice

How would David McClelland likely differ from Paul Lawrence in assessing an employee who seems extremely driven to seek promotions and control the work of others?

• A) McClelland would say there is simply a high need for power instead of an imbalance of needs.
• B) McClelland would say the employee had achieved all needs in the hierarchy instead of a healthy balance.
• C) McClelland would say the employee needs more emphasis on social needs instead of the drive to learn.
• D) McClelland would say the employee has a strong drive to learn instead of a strong need for power.

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Definitions:

Asch Procedure

A research method used in social psychology to study conformity to group pressure by analyzing how individuals yield to or defy a majority group's opinion.

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms, policies, or social expectations.

Chameleon Effect

The unconscious mimicry of the postures, mannerisms, facial expressions, and other behaviors of one's interaction partners, enhancing social connection.

Social Loafing

A phenomenon in group settings where individuals reduce their effort because they believe others will pick up the slack.