The approach/inhibition theory of power suggests that ________ individuals are more inclined to pursue their goals,whereas ________ individuals are more inclined to constrain their behavior.
A) high-power male; high-power female
B) low-power; high-power
C) high-power; low-power
D) low-power female; high-power female

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The approach/inhibition theory of power suggests that individuals who have high power are more inclined to pursue their goals, while individuals who have low power are more inclined to constrain their behavior. Therefore, the correct choice would be high-power individuals versus low-power individuals, and not based on gender. Option A and D refer to gender, which is not relevant to the theory. Option B is incorrect because it does not address the different behaviors of high-power and low-power individuals.

The Approach/inhibition Theory of Power Suggests That ________ Individuals Are