If a Manager Wants Punishment to Have the Desired Effect

question 137

Multiple Choice

If a manager wants punishment to have the desired effect, he should NOT ________.

• A) downplay the emotional element involved in punishment
• B) reprimand in public to serve as a warning to others
• C) provide employees with a desired behavior in place of the undesired behavior
• D) make sure the chosen negative consequence is indeed a punishment for the individual

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Definitions:

Psychotherapy

A form of therapy focused on behavioral, psychological, or emotional issues, where treatment involves talking with a mental health professional.

Tic Disorder

A condition characterized by involuntary, rapid, sudden movements or vocalizations that occur repeatedly.

Uncontrollable Sounds

Involuntary noises, such as those produced in conditions like Tourette syndrome, that an individual cannot suppress.

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.