#1
Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when making a career choice?
Parental expectations
ExplanationConsiderations exclude parental expectations in career choice.
#2
What is the first step in the decision-making process?
Identifying the problem
ExplanationInitial step involves problem identification in decision-making.
#3
What is a common method used to assess the feasibility of career options by gaining practical experience?
Internships
ExplanationInternships aid in assessing career option feasibility through practical experience.
#4
Which theory suggests that individuals make decisions by weighing the pros and cons of each option?
Rational choice theory
ExplanationRational choice theory implies decision-making through pros and cons evaluation.
#5
What is the term for the tendency to favor information that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or values?
Confirmation bias
ExplanationConfirmation bias refers to favoring information aligning with existing beliefs.
#6
Which decision-making model involves identifying the problem, generating alternatives, evaluating options, making a choice, implementing the decision, and monitoring outcomes?
Rational decision-making model
ExplanationRational model incorporates various steps in decision-making.
#7
Who developed the concept of 'emotional intelligence' as a factor in decision-making and interpersonal skills?
Daniel Goleman
ExplanationEmotional intelligence concept was developed by Daniel Goleman.
#8
Which type of decision-making involves using intuition and gut feelings rather than analytical reasoning?
Intuitive decision-making
ExplanationIntuitive decision-making relies on intuition over analytical reasoning.
#9
Which type of decision-making involves making choices based on heuristics, rules of thumb, and past experiences?
Heuristic decision-making
ExplanationHeuristic decision-making relies on rules of thumb and past experiences.
#10
Which career assessment tool measures a person's personality traits and matches them with suitable careers?
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
ExplanationMBTI assesses personality traits for career compatibility.
#11
In career development, what does the term 'job crafting' refer to?
Modifying a current job to better fit personal strengths and interests
ExplanationJob crafting involves adjusting a job to align with personal strengths and interests.
#12
Which career development theory suggests that individuals progress through stages of career exploration, establishment, and maintenance before reaching retirement?
Life-span theory of career development
ExplanationLife-span theory posits career stages from exploration to retirement.
#13
Which career development theory suggests that individuals choose careers that match their personality types, interests, and values?
Holland's theory of vocational personalities
ExplanationHolland's theory advocates career choices aligning with personality, interests, and values.
#14
Which career development theory proposes that individuals choose careers based on their perceptions of self-efficacy and outcome expectations?
Social cognitive career theory
ExplanationSocial cognitive career theory suggests career choices based on self-efficacy and outcome expectations.
#15
Which career assessment tool focuses on identifying a person's skills, interests, values, and personality traits to match them with suitable career options?
Strong Interest Inventory
ExplanationStrong Interest Inventory matches skills, interests, values, and traits with careers.