It Has Been Found That, Among Defensive Pessimists

question 13

Multiple Choice

It has been found that, among defensive pessimists

• A) expectations for GPA strongly predict actual GPA.
• B) academic self-discrepancies negatively influence performance.
• C) negativity of plans negatively predict performance.
• D) all of the above.
• E) none of the above.

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Definitions:

Human Resources

The department in organizations concerned with the recruitment, management, and direction of people who work in it, focusing on policies and systems.

Contingency

An event or condition that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty, often requiring flexible planning and response strategies.

Mechanistic Organisational Design

A highly structured and formal organisational structure, characterized by clear hierarchies, rigid departmentalization, and strict procedural guidelines.

Organic Design

An approach to designing systems or structures in a way that is natural, adaptable, and capable of evolving over time.