You Have Worked Very Hard, Putting in a Great Deal

question 450

Multiple Choice

You have worked very hard, putting in a great deal of overtime at work. Your boss not only does not notice your hard work but comments on the "messiness" of your office. You think that your boss' actions were unfair and demeaning, and you feel hurt and angry. Richard Lazarus would say that these feelings occurred because of

• A)emotional appraisal.
• B)unconscious attribution.
• C)cognitive distinction.
• D)facial feedback.

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Definitions:

Social Power

The ability of an individual or group to influence or control others within a social structure, often used to achieve personal or collective goals.

Whistle Blowing

The act of exposing any kind of information or activity that is deemed illegal, unethical, or not correct within an organization.

Chain Of Command

The formal line of authority and communication in an organization, from the highest to the lowest levels.

Ambiguous Priorities

Situations where the importance or order of objectives, tasks, or goals is unclear or confusing, often leading to indecision or conflict.