Whistle-Blowers Often Report That They Were Motivated by

question 289

Multiple Choice

Whistle-blowers often report that they were motivated by

• A)intrinsic rewards.
• B)extrinsic rewards.
• C)emotion.
• D)dissonance.
• E)social norms.

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Definitions:

Self-serving Bias

The common habit of a person taking credit for positive events or outcomes but blaming outside factors for negative events.

Defensive Self-esteem

A form of self-esteem characterized by fragility and sensitivity to perceived threats, often leading individuals to react defensively to criticism or challenges.

Spotlight Effect

The tendency to overestimate the extent to which our actions and appearance are noticed by others.

Mathematical Skills

Abilities related to the understanding, analysis, manipulation, and application of numerical and spatial concepts, crucial for solving problems and reasoning logically.