An Interesting Group (Scenario)
Ruba has her hands full. She recently took over managing the technical support group at her company and immediately noticed that her supervisors represent an unusual collection of personalities. She was having a problem understanding them and called the human resource department who referred her to a local psychologist. The psychologist suggested that she do some "low- key" testing. Ruba agreed, as she felt she had no other way of understanding her supervisors. The testing was completed and Ruba reviewed the results of the information.
-Bassam, her assistant manager, seems to always maintain an emotional distance from others and others from him. He is self- described as "pragmatic," and the test indicates that he believes that the "ends justify the means," descriptions that are consistent with characteristics of _______ .
A) low cognitive dissonance
B) high Machiavellianism
C) low self- esteem
D) high self- monitoring

Question

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Bassam's belief that the "ends justify the means" is consistent with the characteristic of high Machiavellianism, which refers to the degree to which someone is willing to manipulate and deceive others for their own personal gain. This trait is often associated with a lack of empathy and a focus on achieving their own goals, regardless of the consequences for others.