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Kris Is Taking the Thematic Apperception Test

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Kris is taking the Thematic Apperception Test. She looks at a picture and says, "The woman in the picture is trying to solve a problem at work. She is thinking hard. She knows if she thinks about it long enough, she'll be able to figure it out." This response reflects __________ motivation.


Definitions:

Compensatory

Related to making up for a deficiency or lack in one area by excelling or overperforming in another area.

Köhler Effect

A phenomenon in group dynamics where less capable members increase their effort when working collectively, motivated by the desire to contribute to the group's success.

Conjunctive Task

A task in which the performance of the group depends on the least capable member, requiring all members to contribute for success.

Social Compensation

The tendency of individuals in a group to work harder to compensate for the perceived lower performance levels of their peers.

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