Anna has recently been promoted to the managerial ranks which has increased her interaction with the senior managers at her company.She realizes that Peter, her assistant manager, exhibits a distinct lack of emotional involvement with his colleagues and subordinates.His entire focus is on achieving the goals he sets, no matter what the course he has to take to get there.These traits lead Anna to conclude that Peter ________.
A) is high on Machiavellianism
B) has low self-esteem
C) is high on self-monitoring
D) has high cognitive dissonance

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Peter's focus on achieving goals without regard for interpersonal relationships or emotional involvement with colleagues and subordinates is characteristic of someone who is high on Machiavellianism. This trait is often associated with a lack of empathy, manipulation, and the pursuit of self-interest.

Anna Has Recently Been Promoted to the Managerial Ranks Which