Chapter 16: Quiz

In 2007, how often did workers call in sick when they were not sick?

When workers call in sick but are not sick, it is known as:

Researchers find higher rates of heart attacks on _____ than on any other day of the week, and the fewest heart attacks on _____.

According to the progressive five-stage approach, which of the following is the correct sequence of the stages involved in the development of burnout?

Sean quits his job as he is not able to handle the work pressure. Which of the following types of interventions is exemplified in this case?

According to the Occupational Stress Evaluation Grid, stressors such as divorce, separation, marital discord, death of a family member or friend, intergenerational conflict, legal or financial difficulties, and early parenthood fall under the _____.

What percentage of women work outside the home?

When workers lack the training, education, skills, or experience to accomplish a job, it is known as _____.

Which of the following is NOT a source of extraorganizational stress?

The use of activities specific to getting a task done is known as:

According to the occupational stress model, thwarted ambition is a source of stress that is related to _____.

When job demands are so great that a worker feels an inability to cope, it is known as _____.

Immersing oneself excessively in work at the expense of nonwork activities is known as:

According to the Occupational Stress Evaluation Grid, stressors such as poor air, climate, noise exposure, toxic substance exposure, poor lighting, bad architecture, and poor equipment design fall under the _____.

Which of the following statements is true of women and retirement?