As a Rule, Joe Washington Never Criticizes One of His

question 129

Multiple Choice

As a rule, Joe Washington never criticizes one of his workers for poor craftsmanship until he and the worker have reviewed the material and the machinery used in the job to ensure it is adequate. This rule should reduce the opportunity for ________.

• A) the fundamental attribution error
• B) the actor-observer effect
• C) the halo effect
• D) self-serving attribution

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Definitions:

Effective Closings

The concluding part of a communication that reinforces the main message, encourages action, or provides closure.

Negative Messages

Communications that convey denials, rejections, or unfavorable information.

Uncertain Conclusion

A conclusion that is not definite or assured, often because of incomplete or ambiguous information.

Optimistic Future

A hopeful outlook towards future events, believing in positive outcomes.