Thad, Jamarcus, and Willy Have Each Been Working for Davidson

question 90

Multiple Choice

Thad, Jamarcus, and Willy have each been working for Davidson International for three years. While the trio started together as analysts and are all still on the same team, Jamarcus has recently been made a team lead while Willy and Thad are still in their respective positions although Willy did receive a small raise after his last performance evaluation. Willy was happy to receive the raise but felt guilty that Thad did not also get a raise. Which best describes Willy's feelings?

• A) cognitive dissonance
• B) affective behaviour
• C) job satisfaction
• D) workplace deviance
• E) organizational citizenship

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Definitions:

Anxious-ambivalent

A type of attachment style characterized by intense emotional dependence and anxiety about rejection or abandonment.

Avoidance Coping Strategies

Avoidance coping strategies involve attempts to avoid stressors or the feelings of stress they provoke, rather than directly confronting the issue at hand.

Active Strategies

Deliberate efforts and techniques employed to address and manage problems, challenges, or tasks.

Unworthy of Love

A negative belief about oneself that suggests they do not deserve affection or care from others.