You Are the Manager of a Small Boutique

question 88

Multiple Choice

You are the manager of a small boutique. You have decided to apply the Big Five Model in order to understand your employees and their work habits because it is generally supported by an impressive body of research. You want to use the five dimensions of personality to match individuals with jobs to which they are well-suited. You know that your customers are demanding and sometimes difficult. So the salesperson should be able to withstand high levels of stress. Which personality dimension taps a person's ability to withstand stress?

• A) extraversion
• B) openness to experience
• C) conscientiousness
• D) emotional stability
• E) agreeableness

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Definitions:

Environmental Stimulation

Environmental stimulation refers to the external factors and experiences that may affect an individual's sensory development and cognitive growth.

CS and US

In classical conditioning, CS stands for conditioned stimulus and US stands for unconditioned stimulus; together, they play critical roles in associative learning.

Machiavellians

Individuals who display a manipulative and deceitful approach to personal and professional relationships, often prioritizing self-interest over ethical considerations.

Social Loners

Individuals who prefer solitude and are often perceived as withdrawn or shy in social situations.