Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True About Defensive

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true about defensive reasoning?

• A) It is used to avoid risk and the appearance of incompetence.
• B) It typically results in an emphasis on winning.
• C) It leads to cognitive dissonance.
• D) It is often irrational.

Differentiate between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

Recognize how motivation affects persistence and effort in work-related behavior.

Identify factors that stimulate intrinsic motivation.

Understand the relationship between motivation and organizational objectives.

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Definitions:

Psychological Effects

The mental and emotional impacts or changes that occur in response to an external stimulus.

Attributional Ambiguity

The uncertainty faced by members of stigmatized groups about whether the treatment they receive is due to their personal characteristics or their group membership.

Negative Feelings

Unpleasant or undesirable emotions such as sadness, anger, or fear.

Oppositional Culture

A subculture's rejection of the dominant cultural norms, often seen in the context of social and ethnic groups.