A premature focus on work during high school may cause some adolescents to experience what is known as __________

a) pseudomaturity
b) goal distraction
c) misdirection
d) precommitment

Answer: a

Psychology

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a) a coping mechanism. b) secondary appraisal. c) primary appraisal. d) resistance.

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Leonard is viewed as outgoing by his many friends, and he is often the center of attention because of his talkativeness. Based on research on personality traits relevant to desired work outcomes, Leonard is probably high on ____ and would probably be most successful as a(n) ____

a. agreeableness? accountant b. conscientiousness? librarian c. extraversion? salesperson d. emotional stability? medical records clerk

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