Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Self-Fulfilling

question 114

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of a self-fulfilling prophecy?

• A) When poor school children are expected to perform less well than wealthy school children
• B) When an athlete visualizes a superior performance and then goes out and actually wins
• C) When minority candidates perform more poorly in interviews because interviewers act on their expectations that these candidates are unprepared
• D) When people focus on the first information they have about another individual when making an impression

Differentiate between centralized and decentralized communication networks in team settings.

Recognize the effects of team cohesion on decision making and problem-solving abilities.

Identify the importance of selecting an appropriate decision-making method based on the team and task characteristics.

Learn how problem-solving processes are integral to effective decision making in teams.

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Definitions:

Full-Scale Burnout Phase

A critical stage in burnout characterized by overwhelming exhaustion, cynicism, and a sense of ineffectiveness, often resulting from prolonged stress.

Honeymoon Phase

A period at the beginning of a relationship where everything seems perfect and conflicts are minimal.

Phoenix Phenomenon

A metaphorical expression describing the process of emerging stronger or rejuvenated from the ashes of defeat or destruction.

Hard Skill

Specific, teachable abilities that can be defined and measured, such as typing, writing, math, reading, and the ability to use software programs.