The Social Desirability Effect Refers to

question 16

Multiple Choice

The social desirability effect refers to

• A) class differences in happiness and mental health.
• B) respondents' tendency to give answers that project a positive self-image.
• C) the tendency to agree with a statement regardless of its content.
• D) higher response rates obtained by pleasant than unpleasant interviewers.

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Definitions:

Involuntarily Separated

The termination of an employee's position without their consent, often due to downsizing or misconduct.

Terminations

The act of ending an employee's contract with an organization, which can be voluntary (resignation) or involuntary (dismissal or layoffs).

Discharges

The formal termination of an employee's position within a company, often due to redundancy or disciplinary reasons.

Outplacement

A service provided by some organizations to help former employees transition to new jobs following layoffs or terminations.