Employees who believe in a just world are likely to
A) think that punishment is unjust.
B) take an active role in punishing coworkers.
C) demand due process when they have been punished.
D) accept punishment when they have performed poorly.

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Employees who believe in a just world tend to have an internal locus of control and believe that their efforts will lead to success. Therefore, if they perform poorly, they are more likely to accept punishment as fair and deserved. This is consistent with their belief that outcomes are determined by one's actions and personal responsibility. Options A and B are incorrect because employees who believe in a just world are more likely to view punishment as fair and just, but they do not necessarily want to punish others. Option C is also incorrect because while employees who believe in a just world may demand due process, they do not necessarily want to use punishment as a means of correcting coworker behavior.

Employees Who Believe in a Just World Are Likely to