Sam Buys Gasoline and Coffee Each Week

question 141

Multiple Choice

Sam buys gasoline and coffee each week. In order to draw his budget line between gasoline and coffee, Sam would have to know

• A) only how much income he has available to spend on gasoline and coffee.
• B) only the prices of one gallon of gasoline and one pound of coffee.
• C) only how much gasoline he wants to buy and how much coffee he wants to drink.
• D) both how much income he has to spend and the prices of one gallon of gasoline and one pound of coffee.

Recognize the difference between challenge and hindrance stressors and their impacts on employees.

Identify stressors specific to the work environment and their consequences.

Describe moderate levels of stress and their potential to optimize employee performance.

Understand the basic approaches supervisors can take to reduce stress in the workplace.

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Definitions:

Self-awareness Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that increased self-awareness leads to greater adherence to social standards and personal values.

Self-comparison

A psychological process where an individual compares themselves with others, affecting self-esteem and motivation.

Self-focus

A state of heightened self-awareness where an individual's attention is directed inwards towards their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Expectancy-value Theory

A psychological theory that states motivation is determined by a combination of one's belief in their ability to succeed and the value they place on the success.