Application of "What Is Stress?
"Kevin is a very relaxed, easy- going employee. When the new technological processes were implemented last month, he was able to easily accept the changes and start working through learning the new techniques necessary to use the new processes. George, on the other hand, was concerned about the new technology long before it was ever implemented. He was afraid he would no longer be able to be the top performer in his department. He has had several problems adapting to the new situation. George works very long hours, 60- 70 hours each week.
-Kevin readily accepts the factors related to his job called __________.
A)hyperactive
B)role ambiguity
C)task demands
D)karoshi

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Kevin readily accepts the factors related to his job, which are referred to as "task demands." Task demands are aspects of one's job that require physical and mental effort. Kevin's ability to easily accept changes and learn new techniques to use the new processes indicates his positive response to task demands.