Seventeen-Year-Old Naledi Develops an Interest in Astronomy

question 20

Multiple Choice

Seventeen-year-old Naledi develops an interest in astronomy. If she is in Super's specification stage of career development, her next step would most likely involve

• A)taking a full-time job at an observatory.
• B)signing up for a course in basic astronomy.
• C)determining whether she has a personality type suited for work as an astronomer.
• D)trying to get a handle on other aspects of her life (for example, relationships).

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Definitions:

Mindfulness

A mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations.

Friendly Skepticism

An approach to information and claims with an open mind but with a critical eye towards evidence and rationale.

Critical Thinking

Systematically evaluating information to reach conclusions best supported by evidence.

Objective Evidence

Information based on facts that can be proved through analysis, measurement, and observation.