Critical Thinking Questions Case 9-2 You Have Just Been Hired

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Multiple Choice

Critical Thinking Questions Case 9-2 You have just been hired as the computer administrator for a brand-new startup company and your first task is to select the desktop operating system that you will suggest to the head of the IT team as the one you recommend for the office. You have been asked to select a desktop operating system that will work best for power users in terms of its flexibility and its capabilities. What is the best choice given these circumstances?

• A) Windows 8
• B) Mac OS X
• C) UNIX
• D) Chrome

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Definitions:

Reality Principle

A principle in psychoanalytic theory where the ego seeks to satisfy the id's desires in realistic and socially appropriate ways.

Ego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the personality responsible for dealing with reality, balancing the demands of the id and superego.

Reality Principle

A psychoanalytic concept that denotes the ability of the mind to assess the external world and act upon it accordingly, often in contrast to the pleasure principle.

Compromise Solution

A compromise solution is a method of resolving a conflict or problem where parties involved make concessions to reach an agreement beneficial to all.