Recall That Sherif Used the Autokinetic Phenomenon to Study How

question 69

Multiple Choice

Recall that Sherif used the autokinetic phenomenon to study how social norms develop. What does that situation have in common with an emergency? They both involve:

• A) very high levels of stress.
• B) the use of confederates acting as subjects.
• C) an explicit pressure to conform.
• D) uncertainty and ambiguity about what to think or do.

Appreciate the contributions of human factors psychology to workplace efficiency and safety.

Grasp the significance of employee engagement in decision-making processes and its effects on morale and decision acceptance (voice effect).

Identify effective management styles that balance task and social leadership for optimal team performance.

Understand the predictors of job performance and the reliability of various evaluation methods.

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