Optimistic vs. Pessimistic Behavior

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How is 'optimistic behavior' defined?

  • Focusing on potential problems and difficulties
  • Expecting unfavorable outcomes and maintaining a negative outlook
  • A negative and hopeless approach to situations
  • Belief that things will turn out well and confidence in a positive future (correct)

What do individuals displaying 'pessimistic behavior' often do?

  • Maintain a positive outlook and have confidence in positive outcomes
  • Believe that things will turn out well and have a hopeful approach
  • Expect favorable outcomes and focus on potential success
  • Anticipate unfavorable outcomes and focus on problems (correct)

Which behavior lacks confidence in positive outcomes?

  • Optimistic behavior
  • Pessimistic behavior (correct)
  • Realistic behavior
  • Neutral behavior

What is a characteristic of 'optimistic behavior'?

<p>Belief that things will turn out well (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which outlook is typical of 'pessimistic behavior'?

<p>Anticipation of unfavorable outcomes and negative perspective (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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