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Jessica received from feedback from her placement supervisor that she doesn't agree with.Jessica decides to ask her classmates what they think.What is this an example of?

A) cognitive conservatism
B) distorted feedback
C) self-fulfilling prophecy
D) subjective selection

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Diane's boss has high expectations and communicates her expectations clearly.Diane's boss also believes that Diane is an excellent employee and communicates this often.As a result,Diane believes she is capable of meeting her boss' expectations and she works hard and does well.What is this an example of?

A) high self-esteem in the workplace
B) low self-esteem in the workplace
C) self-fulfilling prophecy in the workplace
D) identity management in the workplace

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What is common in collectivistic cultures?

Which of the following is an example of distorted feedback?

How is self-esteem related to self-concept?

Kelly is interested in taking an art class; however,none of her friends of family understands why she would want to do this.Kelly feels weird as a result and wonders if she should take the class.Which of the following are Kelly's friends and family?

Simone,the CEO of a hospital,wants to appear authoritative,so she sits behind a large oak desk facing her subordinates when they come to speak with her.What strategy is Simone using to manage her identity?

Maxine has always dreamed of being a pilot.Maxine's parents tell her that she will never be a pilot because most pilots are men.As a result,Maxine decides to go into nursing instead of aviation.What does this scenario demonstrate?

People with high self-esteem can handle all conflicts productively.

What is uncommon in individualistic cultures?

The tendency to cling to an outmoded self-perception holds only when the new image would be less favourable than the old one.

What concept would being promoted to a more responsible job,being blamed by a friend for starting fights,and having your birthday forgotten contribute to?

Match each description below with the most accurate term. -The private self you honestly believe you are

The self-concept is extremely subjective,being heavily influenced by interaction with others.

Which of the following is often a result when people use the word "can't"?

You shouldn't listen to the "boosters" and "busters" others give you since your self-concept is only your view of yourself.

The text states,"Right from the beginning,being male or female shapes the way others communicate with us,and thus how we shape our sense of self." Which process makes the greatest contribution in creating this outcome?

What is the best definition for a significant other?

Katie is a new student in a new school.Katie wants to sign up for the volleyball team even though she hasn't played volleyball before.The coach tells her not to bother because she is short; he says that short girls don't do well at volleyball.After that experience,even though she never played volleyball,Katie tells people that she isn't good at volleyball.This is an example of other-imposed prophecy.

Having high self-esteem is a guarantee for interpersonal success.