Research Sometimes Finds That High Need for Achievement People Are

question 7

Multiple Choice

Research sometimes finds that high need for Achievement people are ineffective when placed in positions of great responsibility. Researchers say this is probably because these people

• A) become "burnt-out" in the climb to this position.
• B) have difficulty delegating authority and relying on subordinates.
• C) have failed to develop other personality characteristics that might make them effective leaders.
• D) lose motivation once they reach their goal.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

In an experimental setting, the variable that is manipulated or changed to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

TV Violence

The depiction of violent acts on television programming, which may influence viewer perceptions and behavior.

Violent Behaviour

Actions that involve force or the threat of force to harm others.

Testable Hypothesis

A statement about the world that can be verified or discredited through empirical observation or experimentation.