Melinda,who Is in Her Mid-40s,owns a Successful Computer Company

question 39

Multiple Choice

Melinda,who is in her mid-40s,owns a successful computer company.Recently,she has taken on a 14-year-old high school girl as an intern in order to "show her the ropes" of running a business.According to Erikson,Melinda is demonstrating

• A)altruism.
• B)generativity.
• C)intimacy.
• D)industry.

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Definitions:

Dissatisfiers

Factors or elements in a situation or product that can cause dissatisfaction if missing or poorly executed, though their presence does not necessarily increase satisfaction.

Herzberg

Refers to Frederick Herzberg, an American psychologist known for introducing the two-factor theory, also known as Herzberg's motivation-hygiene theory, in workplace management.

Behavior Modification

A therapeutic approach aimed at changing specific behaviors using various techniques such as reinforcement and punishment.

Skinner's Belief

Refers to B.F. Skinner's theory that behavior is determined by its consequences, reinforcements, or punishments, which lead to an increase or decrease in that behavior.