Miguel and Maria Have Been Married for Several Years

question 35

Multiple Choice

Miguel and Maria have been married for several years.Maria has been coming home from work and complaining bitterly about the new boss and all the changes that are going on.Miguel is getting a little tired of hearing her complaints but knows that Maria really needs to let off some steam.So instead of telling her to quit, he gives her a hug, asks her to sit down, and tell him all about it.Which strategy for escalating and maintaining a relationship is Miguel employing?

• A)engaging in relationship talk
• B)socially decentering and adopting an other-oriented perspective
• C)seeking compliance
• D)managing conflict cooperatively

Understand the role of managerial awareness in addressing individual differences within the workplace.

Grasp the significance of gender and cultural roles in shaping individual behavior in professional settings.

Recognize the contribution of personality traits and theories in understanding workplace dynamics and employee management.

Understand the influence of global cultural dimensions, including uncertainty avoidance, power distance, and cultural orientation, on personality and behavior within organizations.

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Definitions:

Miscarriage

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Prenatal Check

A medical examination and evaluation conducted during pregnancy to monitor the health of both the expectant mother and the developing fetus.

Defensive

Having a protective attitude or position, often as a reaction to perceived criticism or attack.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into tissues.