Bob's Job Description Had Been Changed

question 113

Multiple Choice

Bob's job description had been changed. The rationale for the changes made no sense to Bob when they were explained. Bob continued to perform most of his job duties as usual. He has engaged in ________.

• A)selective distortion
• B)selective attitude
• C)selective interpretation
• D)selective attention
• E)perceptual defense

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Definitions:

Economic Welfare

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Social Planner

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Producer Surplus

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Supply Curve

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