The People Who Organized and Directed the New Deal Programs

question 81

Multiple Choice

The people who organized and directed the New Deal programs were mostly

• A)well-educated, male, technocrats.
• B)members of ethnic and religious minority groups.
• C)working-class urbanites with little or no advanced education.
• D)university professors eager to put their theories into action.
• E)immigrants who brought radical ideas from abroad.

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Definitions:

Self-handicapping

A cognitive strategy where individuals create obstacles and excuses for themselves to avoid blame in case of failure.

Procrastination

The action of delaying or postponing tasks or decisions, often leading to stress, anxiety, and lower performance.

Self-serving Strategies

Behaviors or attitudes adopted by individuals or groups that prioritize personal gain, often at the expense of others or ethical principles.

Self-serving Strategy

A cognitive or behavioral tactic intended to advance one’s own interest at the expense of others or disregard for others’ needs.