Question

Juan is a high-powered businessman who rarely takes time off from work. He works long hours, treats his employees with a good deal of hostility and anger, and believes that fierce competition is the best way to achieve his goals. Which of the following would likely be true about Juan? Select one: oa. He may cope with stress by being mean to other people. O b. All of these responses are valid. O c. He has a type A personality. O d. He is a likely candidate for stress-related heart disease. Mike didn't have much time to study for his calculus exam. His roommate said he had a copy of the exam that a friend had stolen from the department office, and he offered to let Mike see it. Mike didn't like the idea of cheating, but he also really wanted to pass the exam. His dilemma would be an example of a(n): Select one: O a. explicit attitude O b. implicit attitude O C. cognitive dissonance O d. need

Answer 1

1)He has type A personality.

People with type A personality tend to be more agressive ,impatient and competitive compared to other traits. They are highly aware if the need for time management and the above example is likely to have it.

2) Cognitive dissonance.

It is the state of having inconsistent thoughts on behavior changes and making decisions which can create a dilemma based upon the action one must take.