Norman Has Just Begun a New Job

question 7

Multiple Choice

Norman has just begun a new job. He is having trouble adjusting to its demands, however, because he has not yet learned exactly how he is going to fit into the new company, or exactly what the people in the company expect him to do. Norman is experiencing

• A) role ambiguity.
• B) role conflict.
• C) diffuse status.
• D) specific status.

Understand the principles and limits of the rights secured by the Bill of Rights.

Comprehend the distribution of power between federal and local governments, including police powers and regulatory authority.

Identify the constitutional constraints on legislative actions, including the necessity for congruence with the Constitution.

Recognize the implications of the commerce clause on federal and state regulatory powers.

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Definitions:

Social Identity Threat

The experience of feeling at risk of confirming a negative stereotype about one's social group, which can negatively affect performance and wellbeing.

Self-affirmation

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals can maintain their sense of self-integrity by telling themselves (affirming) positive truths about themselves.

Stereotype Threat

The anxiety or concern experienced when one fears being judged or treated unfairly based on negative stereotypes about their group.

Stigmatized Group

Refers to a social group that suffers from societal disapproval or discrimination because of perceived differences from the majority.