Mike Simmons Recently Applied for a Position with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals

question 80

Multiple Choice

Mike Simmons recently applied for a position with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals.Which personality trait most likely has the strongest correlation to Mike's success as a pharmaceutical sales representative?

• A)extraversion
• B)agreeableness
• C)conscientiousness
• D)openness to experience

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Definitions:

Selective Optimization

A strategy that involves focusing on and maximizing one's strengths while minimizing weaknesses through selection and optimization of resources.

Compensation

A psychological strategy or an organizational policy of providing benefits, often monetary, in exchange for work or to make up for a deficiency or injury.

Minimize

To reduce to the smallest possible amount or degree; to make something appear less important or significant.

Maximize

To increase something to its highest possible value or level.