Of the Five Dimensions of Personality, the One That Is

question 60

Multiple Choice

Of the five dimensions of personality, the one that is the most valid predictor of job performance is

• A) extroversion
• B) emotional stability
• C) conscientiousness
• D) agreeableness

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Definitions:

Valence

The value to the individual of various work outcomes.

Equity Theory

A theory of motivation that suggests individuals assess their job satisfaction based on the ratio of inputs to outcomes and compare it to the perceived ratio of others.

Expectancy Theory

Argues that work motivation is determined by individual beliefs regarding effort–performance relationships and work outcomes.

Process Theories

Examine the thought processes that motivate individual behavior.