Seligman Found That People with a Pessimistic Explanatory Style Are

question 12

Multiple Choice

Seligman found that people with a pessimistic explanatory style are especially vulnerable to depression. These individuals tend to attribute their setbacks to _____ and draw _____ conclusions about their personal inadequacies.

• A)situational factors; narrow, specific
• B)personal flaws; narrow, specific
• C)situational factors; global, far-reaching
• D)personal flaws; global, far-reaching

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Definitions:

Integrity

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.

Job Evaluation System

A methodical process used by organizations to determine the relative value or complexity of job roles for the purpose of establishing fair pay rates.

Excessive Overlaps

Situations in which responsibilities, activities, or areas of operation between roles or projects significantly overlap, leading to inefficiency or conflict.

Compensable Factor

Elements or aspects of a job that are used to determine its value and thereby influence the compensation provided for that job.