Which of the Following Is an Example of Frictional Unemployment

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of frictional unemployment?

• A) A student goes to school instead of working.
• B) A worker leaves one job and is temporarily unemployed before starting a new one.
• C) A worker can't find a job because she is trained in running an obsolete machine.
• D) A worker stays at home to tend to children.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals experience discomfort (dissonance) from holding two or more conflicting cognitions (thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes), leading them to alter behavior or attitudes to reduce discomfort.

Role

The function or position that an individual assumes or is given in a social context, which influences behavior and expectations.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes, especially relating to behavioral decisions and attitude change.

Role Playing

A teaching or therapeutic technique that involves acting out roles or scenarios, often used to practice skills, explore complex situations, or analyze behavior.