An Engineer Accepting an Assignment as a Shift Supervisor in Order

question 58

Multiple Choice

An engineer accepting an assignment as a shift supervisor in order to develop his or her management skills is an example of a(n) :

• A) lateral demotion.
• B) sabbatical.
• C) downward move.
• D) externship.
• E) promotion.

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Definitions:

Pygmalion Effect

A psychological phenomenon where higher expectations from leaders or teachers lead to an increase in performance among employees or students.

Own Traits

Refers to the characteristics or qualities that distinguish an individual.

Behavior Affects

The ways in which emotions and attitudes can influence an individual’s actions or responses to various situations.

Pygmalion Effect

The effect in which elevated expectations result in improved performance.