Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions

question 16

Multiple Choice

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions
Tim Sullivan, an up-and-coming Finance Manager, is rehearsing a presentation he will give at the company shareholder meeting. His CEO, James Griffin, is acting as his mentor.
-The chapter suggests that if you see audience members with confused, puzzled, or frustrated expressions you should _____.

• A)mention what you observed and promise to address questions at the end
• B)make adjustments accordingly
• C)take a break and discreetly ask the audience members for their input
• D)take a break and ask a colleague for their opinion

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Definitions:

Self-Medicating

Self-medicating involves the use of substances, such as drugs or alcohol, by individuals to treat undiagnosed or untreated medical conditions or psychological distress on their own.

Reality-Based Action

Actions grounded in real-world situations and pragmatic considerations, as opposed to theoretical or speculative ones.

Delay Gratification

The ability to resist immediate temptations in order to achieve longer-term goals.

Primary Appraisal

The initial evaluation process where an individual assesses the significance of a stressor to determine whether it is a threat.