A Competitive Action Can Be One of Two Types, Either

question 4

Multiple Choice

A competitive action can be one of two types, either __________ or __________.

• A) aggressive; defensive
• B) quality-based; cost-based
• C) strategic; tactical
• D) market-based; resource-based

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Definitions:

Rank-Order Consistency

A principle in personality psychology indicating that the relative order of individuals on personality traits tends to remain stable over time.

Personality Change

The alteration or development in one's pattern of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors over time.

Adulthood

The period in human life after adolescence, characterized by full physical growth, maturity, and the assumption of responsibilities and roles of an adult.

Social Investment Theory

Suggests that individuals mature and their personalities solidify as they invest in socially defined roles such as career, relationships, and parenting.