Which of the Following Is True of Locus of Control

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of locus of control?

• A) It is the degree to which a person defers to authority and accepts status differences.
• B) People with an internal locus of control are more prone to blame others for what happens to them.
• C) Individuals with an external locus of control are more self-confident and accept responsibility for their own actions.
• D) People with an internal locus of control tend to be more satisfied and less alienated from their work.
• E) It describes the extent to which someone is emotionally detached and manipulative.

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