Incompatibility Component of the Matching Hypothesis

question 7

Multiple Choice

Incompatibility component of the matching hypothesis.

• A)Good outcomes occur when motivational climate does not agree with goal orientation of the individual.
• B)Poor outcomes occur when goal orientation and motivational climate agrees.
• C)Poor outcomes occur when goal orientation and motivational climate do not agree.
• D)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Actor/Observer Bias

When interpreting our own behavior, the tendency to focus on situations rather than personality traits.

Deindividualization

A psychological state characterized by lowered self-evaluation and decreased concern for social evaluation, leading to uncharacteristic behavior, often in group contexts.

Ingroup/Outgroup Bias

A cognitive bias that causes individuals to view those within their own group more positively than those outside their group.

Just World Hypothesis

The just world hypothesis is the belief that people get what they deserve in life, leading individuals to rationalize injustice or misfortune that befalls others.