Matthew Is a Teacher at a Local High School

question 150

Multiple Choice

Matthew is a teacher at a local high school. He doesn't particularly like his job, nor does he have much regard for his students. He shows up to work every day and works hard enough to be better than the worst teacher. He does enough avoid getting fired or otherwise losing his job, but by no means is he striving to be a great teacher. According to research on the goal orientation theory, which of the following orientations most likely fits Matthew's motivation?

• A)mastery/avoidance
• B)performance/approach
• C)performance/avoidance
• D)mastery/performance

Grasp the complex nature of market opportunities and the misconception surrounding market potential and data.

Analyze the profitability and sustainability of various business models including high asset-intensive and high-margin ventures.

Recognize the role of rational processes and pattern recognition in decision making and opportunity recognition.

Identify the impact of value chain development and distribution channels on opportunity creation in different industries.

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Definitions:

Qualitative Data

Data that approximates or characterizes but does not measure the attributes, characteristics, properties, etc., of a thing or phenomenon. Qualitative data describes qualities or characteristics that are observed but not measured.

Survey

A systematic means of collecting information from people that generally uses a questionnaire.

In-Depth Interviews

Qualitative research methods involving detailed, open-ended conversations with individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors on a particular subject.

Focus Group

A qualitative research method where a small, diverse group of people discusses a product, service, or concept to gain insights.