Alexander Thomas and Stella Chess (1956) Assessed Infants on Which

question 103

Multiple Choice

Alexander Thomas and Stella Chess (1956) assessed infants on which of the following qualities, among others, to create their categories of temperament?

• A)activity level, adaptability, intensity of reaction, and quality of mood
• B)psychosocial dynamics, physiological responses, anxiety level, and adaptability
• C)irritability, quality of mood, attachment style, and psychosocial dynamics
• D)attachment style, physiological responses, anxiety level, and irritability

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Definitions:

Job Descriptive Index

A validated psychological survey instrument used to measure an employee's job satisfaction in five dimensions: pay, promotions, coworkers, supervision, and the work itself.

Promotions

The advancement of an employee's rank or position in an organizational hierarchy system.

Psychological Withdrawal

An employee's disengagement and lack of psychological presence at work, often manifesting as daydreaming, socializing, or looking for other jobs during work hours.

Organizational Commitment

The degree to which an employee identifies with the organization and is willing to put forth effort on its behalf.