Madeline, Joe, and Ian Have All Applied for the Same

question 51

Multiple Choice

Madeline, Joe, and Ian have all applied for the same promotion.Madeline is chosen but may be particularly likely to devalue the promotion if she believes that

• A) it was based on equity considerations.
• B) the decision was made on the basis of an assessment center.
• C) her intrinsic motivation, not her ability, determined the decision.
• D) she got it because of her gender.

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