Alex, an accountant, faces difficulty at work. He believes that the problem is with his work environment, even though other accountants are doing well. Alex most likely has a(n) __________ locus of control.
A) internal
B) external
C) self-monitoring
D) standard

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Alex believes that external factors (his work environment) are the cause of his difficulty at work, indicating an external locus of control. An internal locus of control would mean he believes he has control over his situation and can impact his work environment or performance. Self-monitoring and standard are not relevant concepts in this scenario.

Alex, an Accountant, Faces Difficulty at Work