Which of the Following Is the Best Summary of Research

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best summary of research on the relationship between job satisfaction and worker productivity?

• A) The relationship is found in only some work settings (high-complexity jobs, for example).
• B) Research consistently shows that more satisfied workers are also more productive.
• C) The relationship is much weaker in workplaces where unions are present.
• D) The relationship exists for middle-aged and older workers, but not young workers.

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Definitions:

Encoding Failure

The inability to store information into long-term memory, resulting in the loss of that information over time.

Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the frontal lobe of the brain implicated in a variety of complex behaviors, including planning, decision making, and moderating social behavior.

Temporal Lobes

Sections of the brain located on each side of the brain responsible for processing auditory information and are involved in memory, speech, and emotion.

Short-term Memories

The component of memory where small amounts of information can be stored for a short duration, typically for seconds to minutes.