When the Interviewer Says Describe a Time When You Worked

question 55

Multiple Choice

When the interviewer says Describe a time when you worked successfully as a member of a team , your best response will be to

• A)reply that you have been a member of so many successful teams that no particular instance stands out.
• B)say that you not only enjoy teamwork, especially problem-solving groups, but also work well independently.
• C)tell a success story about a specific group project, your contributions, and the results.
• D)list the names of all work teams on which you participated and stress that all were successful.

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Definitions:

Distancing

A coping mechanism where an individual maintains emotional separation from stressful or anxiety-inducing situations or thoughts.

Jigsaw Classroom

An educational approach designed to minimize competition and promote cooperation among students by having them work in racially and academically diverse groups.

Prejudice

An unfounded or prejudiced opinion or feeling formed without facts, understanding, or reason.

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to engage in activities for their own sake, out of interest or enjoyment, rather than for external rewards or pressures.