Question

Carly is an elementary school teacher who is expected to both nurture her students and enforce strict policies. When Jimmy acts out and breaks the rules, Carly knows it is because he has trouble at home. Discipline only causes him to act out more. She feels as though she is stuck between helping and harming him. This is an example of _____. A) role conflict B) role ambiguity C) work overload D) burnout

Answer 1

Answer: (A) Role conflict

Step-by-step explanation:

The role conflict is basically refers to the incompatible demands for the individual person regarding their position in an organization and also conflicting in the ideas of two different people.

The role conflicts occur in the contradictory position environment when the person wants to fulfill their desire.

According to the question, Carly is struck between the harming and helping him and the given example is basically refers to the role conflicts.

Therefore, Option (A) is correct.