In One Classic Experiment, Some Workers Were Led to Believe

question 80

Multiple Choice

In one classic experiment, some workers were led to believe that they had been hired in spite of less than average qualifications for the job. These workers

• A) worked less and were less visible to the employer to avoid criticism.
• B) worked hard only when their boss was around to conserve their energy for when it mattered.
• C) worked harder than average to convince their employer and themselves that they deserved their pay.
• D) ended up getting fired much more quickly than their peers who were not part of the experiment.

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Definitions:

Infrastructure

The fundamental facilities and systems serving a country, city, or area, including transportation, communication systems, water, and power lines.

Cyberattack

A deliberate exploitation of computer systems, technology-dependent enterprises, and networks to compromise data, steal information, or disrupt digital operations.

Terrorists

Individuals or members of groups who use violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims.

Cyberdeviance

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