The Three Psychological States Central to the Job Characteristics Theory

question 104

Multiple Choice

The three psychological states central to the job characteristics theory include:

• A) meaningfulness of the job.
• B) control of job outcomes.
• C) task significance.
• D) task identity.

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Definitions:

Drug/Alcohol Addiction

A chronic disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences, and changes in the brain, which can be long-lasting.

Fetal Brain Damage

Injury to the brain of a fetus, which can occur due to various factors such as oxygen deprivation, infection, or exposure to toxic substances.

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by abnormal behavior, strange speech, and a decreased ability to understand reality.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

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