Which of the Following Statements Is True of Industrial and Organizational

question 135

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of industrial and organizational psychology?

• A)Both are centered on the workers in organizations and not on the organizations that employ the workers.
• B)Both are independently referred to as personnel psychology.
• C)Industrial psychology focuses on industries; organizational psychology focuses on small organizations only.
• D)Industrial psychology focuses on personnel matters; organizational psychology focuses on organizational leadership.

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Definitions:

Valuing Being Right

The importance placed on the need to be correct or to have correct opinions, often at the expense of relationships or social harmony.

Tendency to Conform

The inclination of individuals to align their attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors with those of a group due to real or imagined group pressure.

Romantic Love

An intense, positive emotion that involves sexual attraction, feelings of caring, and the belief that one is in love.

Whirlwind Courtship

A rapid and intense beginning to a romantic relationship, where commitments such as engagement or marriage occur shortly after meeting.