Question

Although doing his job well is an important aspect of Jim’s self-concept, he is just not good at his job. Correspondingly, he is starting to feel bad about himself. According to ________ , Jim will feel better about himself if he gets a new job that he is good at.

a. self-verification theory
b. sociometer hypothesis of self-esteem
c. principle of self-handicapping
d. contingencies of the self-worth account of self-esteem

Answer 1

option (d) contingencies of the self-worth account of self-esteem

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer for the given question is option (d) contingencies of the self-worth account of self-esteem

According to the contingent self esteem, the person's self esteem is based on the approval of the other person or comparing on the social grounds.

Thus, The success or the failure for the person in any situation might lead to the fluctuations of their self-esteem