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Which of the following best describes the 'locus of control' concept in individual behaviour?

Locus of control is the degree to which a person believes outcomes result from their own actions (internal) rather than from external forces such as luck, fate or other people (external). It describes a personality-related belief about control, not group approval, adaptability or authority.

  1. AThe degree to which a person believes outcomes are determined by their own actions rather than by external forcesCorrect
  2. BThe extent to which a person seeks approval from the group they belong to
  3. CThe speed at which a person adapts to a new job role
  4. DThe level of authority a person holds within the organisation's hierarchy

Explanation

Locus of control (Rotter) concerns whether people see events as resulting from their own behaviour (internal) or from luck, fate or other people (external). The other options describe conformity, adaptability and formal authority, which are different ideas.

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