Matthew is extremely intelligent and is a gifted statistician, yet he has few friends and rarely holds a job for more than six months because he constantly alienates his co-workers and supervisors. Matthew probably lacks:
A) achievement motivation.
B) competence motivation.
C) self-efficacy.
D) emotional intelligence.

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Matthew's lacking of emotional intelligence is suggested as he has a high level of intellectual abilities but struggles with social interactions and maintaining employment. Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize and understand one's own and others' emotions, and to manage these emotions effectively to guide thought and behavior.

Matthew Is Extremely Intelligent and Is a Gifted Statistician, Yet