In Class, Sam Learned That Some Theorists Link Happiness to Productivity

question 154

Multiple Choice

In class, Sam learned that some theorists link happiness to productivity. From this, he developed the idea that happy employees in a factory will produce more products per hour. In this example, Sam's theory led him to _____.

• A) produce a hypothesis
• B) solve a developmental problem
• C) generate a discovery
• D) gain practical guidance

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Definitions:

Consciousness Raising

A strategy used in therapy and self-help groups to increase awareness about a particular issue or aspect of one’s self or environment, often aimed at facilitating change.

Meta-Analysis

A statistical technique that combines the findings from independent studies to assess the overall evidence on a particular research question.

Couples Therapy

A form of psychotherapy aimed at resolving conflicts and improving relationship satisfaction among couples.

Depressive Symptoms

Indications of depression, including persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite or weight, and difficulty concentrating.