An Interesting Group (Scenario)

question 38

Multiple Choice

An Interesting Group (Scenario)
Ruba has her hands full. She recently took over managing the technical support group at her company and immediately noticed that her supervisors represent an unusual collection of personalities. She was having a problem understanding them and called the human resource department who referred her to a local psychologist. The psychologist suggested that she do some "low-key" testing. Ruba agreed, as she felt she had no other way of understanding her supervisors. The testing was completed and Ruba reviewed the results of the information.
-Issam is a whirlwind as research and development supervisor. He makes decisions very quickly and always with less information than others. This characteristic is consistent with his test, which describes him as having ________.

• A) low Machiavellianism
• B) high self-esteem
• C) low cognitive dissonance
• D) high risk taking

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Definitions:

Frustrated

The feeling of being upset or annoyed, especially because of inability to change or achieve something.

Affirmation

A statement or action that validates someone's feelings, thoughts, or beliefs, often used in counseling to build self-esteem and encourage positive change.

Incorporating Vegetables

The act of including a variety of vegetables into one's diet or meals to improve nutritional intake.

Difficult

Something that requires a lot of effort, skill, or patience to accomplish or understand.