Jacob, the Manager at Damon Corp

question 116

Multiple Choice

Jacob, the manager at Damon Corp., recently promoted two employees as their performance had greatly improved. This action is an example of

• A) positive reinforcement.
• B) aversive consequence.
• C) glass ceiling.
• D) groupthink.
• E) halo effect.

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Operating Period

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Business Segments

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