Having a Rather Poor Sense of Self-Worth, Bongi Attempts to Make

question 4

Multiple Choice

Having a rather poor sense of self-worth, Bongi attempts to make himself feel important by driving a sports car, belonging to an exclusive tennis club and eating at the best restaurants. Bongi may be using the defence mechanism of

• A) rationalisation.
• B) identification.
• C) projection.
• D) displacement.

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Definitions:

Performance Appraisal

A systematic evaluation of an employee's performance and productivity, typically conducted by their supervisor or manager.

Impression Management

The process by which individuals attempt to control the impression others form of them, especially in social contexts and professional environments.

Manipulate

To skillfully handle, control, or use something, often with the connotation of doing so in an unfair or deceitful manner.

Control

The capacity to sway or control how people act or how situations unfold.