Exam 2: Personality, Stress, Learning, and Perception

_____ prefer to learn by doing and thinking.

Exercise, nutrition, relaxation, positive thinking, and a good support system help in tackling stress.

"My job is very demanding and monotonous. Because of my work, I often get a headache by the end of the day." What type of stressor does this statement reveal?

Describe how one can deal with extroverts and introverts.

_____ is the process of generalizing the behavior of all members of a group.

People with an internal locus of control are closed to new experiences to improve performance.

Do you think that the Big Five Model of Personality or the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is a more effective measure of personality?

Is it ethical to judge and stereotype people based on a few seconds or minutes during first impressions? How do your first impressions help and hinder your human relations?

Nelson has been busy preparing for his final exams for the past few months. A few days before the exam, as a result of the high pressure to perform well, he loses his interest and motivation to study. Which of the following does Nelson experience?

Jerry is a considerate person and is liberal in accepting the changes in his organization. Owing to his gregarious nature, Jerry has a lot of friends where he works. He finds it easy to establish a rapport with people. Which of the following personality dimensions would best define the trait described in the scenario?

Kenneth will complete his probation as a teller by the end of this month. Over the past six months he has proved to be tenacious and capable. He diligently follows the bank's standards and works systematically. Which of the following personality dimensions best describes Kenneth's traits?

Andrew, who steals money from his father's wallet, says "All children lie to their parents." _____ is the perception bias evident in Andrew's statement.

Following the controlling stress plan, (1) identify your major stressor, (2) determine its cause and consequences, and (3) develop a plan to eliminate or decrease the stress. Identify each step in your answer.

Today it is generally agreed that intelligence is a product of genetics and not of the environment.

_____ refers to the degree to which people see things the same way.

Selective exposure influences job selection.

_____ refers to the degree to which people see things the same way.

Credibility, persistence, and organization are terms that describe the traits of _____.

Kathy enjoys brainstorming. She gathers all the facts and analyzes a situation from multiple perspectives, before making a decision. As a result, she sometimes misses opportunities. What is her preferred learning style?

_____ seek practical uses for information and focus on solutions.