Which of the Following Is False About Counterproductive Behaviors

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false about counterproductive behaviors?

• A)People who engage in one form of counterproductive behavior also tend to engage in other forms of counterproductive behavior.
• B)Counterproductive behavior is relevant to any job.
• C)There is a strong positive correlation between task performance and counterproductive behavior.
• D)Counterproductive behaviors tend to represent a pattern of behavior rather than isolated incidents.
• E)Sometimes the best task performers are the ones who can best get away with counterproductive actions.

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Definitions:

Happiness Set Point

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Adaptation-Level

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Emotional Satisfaction

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External Locus

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