Values Change Over the Generations,evolving in Response to Historical Contexts

question 22

Multiple Choice

Values change over the generations,evolving in response to historical contexts.Which of the following statements is true regarding values of different generations?

• A)Generation Xers (born between the mid-1960s and 1980s)are very group-oriented.
• B)Generation Xers (born between the mid-1960s and 1980s)see work as central in their lives.
• C)Generation Xers (born between the mid-1960s and 1980s)don't care what they do for work,they just want money.
• D)Generation Xers (born between the mid-1960s and 1980s)have to see a congruence between personal goals and organizational ones before they work toward company goals.

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Definitions:

Type A Personality

A temperament characterized by high levels of competitiveness, impatience, aggression, and a constant sense of urgency.

Competitive

The trait of being inclined to strive for success or superiority over others, often motivated by the desire to win or be the best at something.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A theoretical model describing the body's stress response in three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Exhaustion Phase

The exhaustion phase is the final stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome, where the body's resources are depleted following prolonged exposure to stress, leading to decreased stress tolerance and possible health issues.