Based on Studies Cited by Public Administration Scholar Charles Goodsell

question 20

Multiple Choice

Based on studies cited by public administration scholar Charles Goodsell, which of the following statements is correct?

• A) Most government employees are very motivated and hard workers.
• B) Most government employees are very unmotivated, lazy workers.
• C) Most government employees are motivated by higher salaries.
• D) Most government employees are motivated by shorter work hours.
• E) Most government employees have lower levels of formal education than employees in the private sector.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Processes

Pertains to the mental activities involved in acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Arousal-Related Processes

The psychological and physiological mechanisms that regulate levels of arousal, affecting attention, motivation, and performance.

Cathartic Hypothesis

The notion that acting aggressively, or even just viewing aggressive material, reduces feelings of anger and aggression.

Physically Assault

Refers to engaging in physical force or violence against another individual, causing harm or injury.