Aaron and Mike Are Both Runners and Are Each in the Process

question 263

Multiple Choice

Aaron and Mike are both runners and are each in the process of trying to choose one of three different runs that they can take: one easy run, one medium-difficulty run, and one challenging run. Assume that Aaron has a high need for achievement and that Mike has a low need for achievement. If we apply the results from research on need for achievement to this situation, we would expect Aaron to choose the run while Mike would likely opt for the run.

• A) challenging; easy or medium-difficulty
• B) challenging; medium-difficulty
• C) medium-difficulty; easy or challenging run
• D) medium-difficulty or challenging; easy or medium-difficulty

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Definitions:

Newborns

Refers to infants from birth to a few months old, focusing on their care, development, and health needs.

Easy Babies

Infants who are generally calm, easily soothed, and adaptable to new situations or routines, making them perceived as easier to care for.

Difficult Babies

Babies who exhibit challenging behaviors such as excessive crying, difficulty in soothing, and irregular sleep patterns, often due to temperament.

New Situations

Circumstances or environments that are unfamiliar and require individuals to adapt or learn new responses.