Binyamin Knew His Performance Appraisal Was Coming Up in One

question 78

Multiple Choice

Binyamin knew his performance appraisal was coming up in one month.He spent that month coming to work early and staying late.As a result,he got an excellent rating on his performance appraisal when his performance for the entire year had only been average.It is likely his manager made a ______ error.

• A) bias
• B) contrast
• C) proximity
• D) recency

Grasp the concept and importance of operationalization in research.

Recognize the significance of reliability and validity in research methods.

Understand the ethical considerations in conducting research involving humans.

Appreciate the role of empirical research in sociological inquiry.

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Definitions:

Theory of Emotion

A psychological framework that attempts to explain the complex relationships between cognitive processes, physiological responses, and the experience and expression of emotions.

Physical Arousal

The physiological response of the body to stimuli, which can manifest in increased heart rate, energy, and often sexual readiness.

Schachter and Singer

Psychologists who developed the Two-Factor Theory of Emotion, which emphasizes the role of physiological arousal and cognitive labels in emotion.

Arousal and Context

A theory that suggests the interpretation of emotions or responses is influenced by the physiological state of arousal and the context in which it occurs.