Thomas Has Routinely Declined Invitations to Go Bar-Hopping from Kathy

question 85

Multiple Choice

Thomas has routinely declined invitations to go bar-hopping from Kathy, his boss. During his performance review, Kathy mentions that even though the quality of his work is satisfactory, he isn't much of a "team player." At the end of the review, Kathy invites him out for drinks again. How would this scenario BEST be viewed?

• A) A friendly invite to a team-building exercise from a coworker
• B) Kathy's attempt to get to know Thomas better
• C) Quid pro quo sexual harassment
• D) A hostile work environment

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.

Mere Exposure Effect

An occurrence in psychology where individuals often favor items or concepts just because they are accustomed to them.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, with the association formed between behavior and its consequences.

Praises

Expressions of approval or admiration towards someone or something, often used as a form of encouragement or recognition.