The Energy Rooted in the Belief That Work Tasks Contribute

question 11

Multiple Choice

The energy rooted in the belief that work tasks contribute to some larger purpose is known as:

• A) self-efficacy.
• B) goal commitment.
• C) goal setting.
• D) vicarious experience.
• E) psychological empowerment.

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Definitions:

Weak-form Efficiency

A market efficiency theory suggesting that past stock prices and volume data do not affect stock prices and thus cannot predict future stock movements.

Positive-earnings Surprises

Situations where the reported earnings of a company exceed the expected earnings, often leading to a positive reaction in the stock market.

Overly Optimistic

This term refers to an excessive belief in the favorable outcomes of events or conditions, often disregarding the likelihood of negative outcomes.

Technical Analyst

A professional who evaluates securities or market trends based on historical price and volume data to predict future movements.