All of the Following Statements About the Key Outcomes Expected

question 35

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about the key outcomes expected to result from the psychological states detailed in the job characteristics theory are true EXCEPT

• A) low absenteeism and turnover.
• B) high satisfaction with work.
• C) high-quality work performance.
• D) high profits for stockholders.
• E) high internal work motivation.

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Definitions:

Periaqueductal Gray

A region in the midbrain that plays a critical role in pain modulation, defensive behavior, and several other behavioral and physiological functions.

Inferotemporal Cortex

A region in the temporal lobe of the brain involved in the processing of visual objects, including recognition of complex shapes and patterns.

John Watson

An American psychologist considered one of the founders of behaviorism, emphasizing the importance of observable behavior over internal mental processes.

Roger Sperry

An American neuropsychologist, neurobiologist and Nobel laureate known for his work on split-brain research and neuronal plasticity.