Trait Research Suggests That We Focus On_______, Whereas Behavioral Studies

question 115

Multiple Choice

Trait research suggests that we focus on_______, whereas behavioral studies imply that we can effectively _______.

• A) changing jobs to suit people; change people to suit jobs
• B) selecting the right person for a job; train leaders
• C) identifying certain traits in leaders; ignore leaders' traits
• D) teaching people certain traits; teach people certain behaviors
• E) training new employees; dispense with training

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Definitions:

Measurement

The process of finding out whether people (or media content) have more or less of an attribute we are interested in. It is done by assigning numbers to the phenomena we are interested in.

Face Validity

The extent to which a test or procedure appears effective in terms of its stated aims to those taking or observing it, without considering underlying mechanisms.

Semantic Differential Scales

A type of survey question where respondents rate a concept on a scale between two bipolar adjectives, used to measure attitudes or feelings.

Human Communication

The process by which individuals share information, ideas, and feelings through verbal and non-verbal methods.