At the Drop of a Hat, Pete Will Tell You

question 101

Multiple Choice

At the drop of a hat, Pete will tell you in as many ways as one can imagine that he is the most talented salesperson in the company. He often boasts about his ability to "size up" customers and to close deals. He says he has not been promoted to manager because his work is not really appreciated. He resents those who have been promoted and views them as self-promoters. He expects others to meet his wishes but he is insensitive to their needs. What type of personality disorder does Pete's behavior represent?

• A) schizoid personality disorder
• B) paranoid personality disorder
• C) borderline personality disorder
• D) narcissistic personality disorder

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Definitions:

Reward Compliant

The act of providing incentives or rewards to individuals or groups to encourage behavior that conforms to rules, standards, or expectations.

Adaptive Employees

Employees who are capable of adjusting and thriving in changing work environments and conditions.

General Mental Ability

Refers to the overall capacity of an individual to understand complex ideas, adapt effectively to the environment, learn from experience, engage in various forms of reasoning, and overcome obstacles by taking thought.

Narcissistic People

Individuals with an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, coupled with a lack of empathy for others.