Reasons for Work Answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when examining extrinsic job satisfaction?a.payb.coworkersc.job tasksd.supervisors

Some people choose a type of work based on its prestige, or how important most people think it is.

The act of fulfilling one's ambitions, desires, etc., through one's own efforts best defines _____.a.self-esteemb.self-fulfillmentc.prestiged.stereotype

Freddie chose to become a teacher, because he cares about educating young adults and improving their lives. Of the reasons people work, the best match for why Freddie works is to _____.a.pay for wants and needsb.be around othersc.make a contributiond.be self-fulfilled

Alice has noticed that she is starting to dread going to work every day. She is afraid that she is going to have to quit if things don’t start to get better. What can Alice do to be more satisfied with her job?

A job done well can build a person’s self-esteem.

Jessica has intrinsic job satisfaction, because she enjoys the tasks she does at work each day.

An example of a work stereotype is that _____.a.news reporters are nosyb.accountants work with numbersc.lawyers went to law schoold.veterinarians treat sick animals

Meagan became a costume designer because she enjoyed spending time and sharing ideas with others interested in movies. Which of the following best describes why Meagan works?

The three areas in which Americans spent most of their money are _____.

The portrayal of jobs on TV and in the movies is usually accurate.

A(n) _____ is a general belief about a person or group of people that may not be true.

“All doctors should be men, because they are better at math and science,” is an example of a _____.

Careers that were traditionally considered female careers included _____.

In some countries, the work a person does is mandated by their parents.