What Is the Appropriate Action to Take If You Do

question 13

Multiple Choice

What is the appropriate action to take if you do not receive notice of the hiring decision by the date indicated by the interviewer?

• A)Follow up with a phone call but do not pressure the interviewer.
• B)Keep following up even if the interviewer seems annoyed. The squeaky wheel gets the grease!
• C)Show initiative and interest by stopping by the interviewer's office to ask about the job.
• D)All of the above
• E)None of the above

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Definitions:

Aronson and Carlsmith

Researchers known for their work in social psychology, particularly for studies on cognitive dissonance.

Punishment

Punishment involves the application of an adverse event or condition in response to unwanted behavior, aiming to reduce or eliminate that behavior.

Misbehave

To act out or behave badly, often violating social norms or expectations.

Justification

Justification involves providing reasons, explanations, or rationalizations for one's actions or beliefs, often to align with moral, legal, or social standards.