A Study of Performance in Business Organisations Found That Workers

question 169

Multiple Choice

A study of performance in business organisations found that workers with higher ____ were rated as more effective leaders, as well as being more responsible for others, by their co-workers, supervisors, and subordinates.

• A)guilt-proneness
• B)need to achieve
• C)external locus of control
• D)narcissism

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Definitions:

Multiple Personalities

A psychiatric disorder wherein an individual exhibits two or more distinct identities or personality states, each with its own pattern of perceiving and interacting with the world, known as Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID).

Dissociative Disorders

Controversial, rare disorders in which conscious awareness becomes separated (dissociated) from previous memories, thoughts, and feelings.

Child Abuse

Physical, sexual, or emotional maltreatment or neglect of a child, especially by a parent or other caregiver.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A psychological disorder caused by exposure to or being a witness to a traumatic incident, marked by persistent flashbacks, distressing dreams, and intense anxiety.