Which of the Following Is Not an Element of Balte's

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an element of Balte's (1990) selective optimism?

• A) optimization
• B) compensation
• C) selection
• D) disengagement

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Definitions:

Procedural Considerations

The aspects of planning and conducting research that involve the detailed methods and steps necessary for data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

Dependent Variable

The variable in a study that is expected to change as a result of variations in the independent variable.

Administration

In research contexts, it often refers to the management, organization, and supervision of the processes and procedures involved in conducting a study.

Self-Reports

A method of data collection where individuals directly report their own behaviors, thoughts, or feelings, often through questionnaires or interviews.