In the Last Month, Stacey, an Intelligent and Astute Employee

question 75

Multiple Choice

In the last month, Stacey, an intelligent and astute employee, has finished only half the work she was scheduled to complete. In addition, she has been taking frequent leaves, citing her ill health as the reason, but her manager suspects she has been playing truant. When the manager confronted her about her pending work, Stacey gave excuses: the work was time consuming, she was unwell, and it was not a high-priority project in the first place. In this scenario, Stacey is using a(n) ________ impression management technique.

• A) self-focused
• B) assertive
• C) aggressive
• D) defensive
• E) ingratiation-based

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Definitions:

Crucial Stage

A critical or pivotal phase in a process or series of events where important decisions or developments significantly impact outcomes.

Consequences of Action

The outcomes or results that directly follow from one's actions or decisions, whether intentional or unintended.

Prosocial Behaviour

Voluntary actions intended to help or benefit another individual or group of individuals without expectation of reward.

Normative

Relating to an evaluative standard or norm, often concerning what is normal or expected in society.