McClelland's (1965) research revealed that those whose Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) results demonstrated a high need to achieve were likely to seek work opportunities that
A)guaranteed success.
B)offered the possibility for greater levels of success.
C)were nonentrepreneurial.
D)were very high risk.

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McClelland's research found that individuals with a high need to achieve seek work opportunities that offer the possibility of greater success rather than guaranteed success, as they are highly motivated by the challenge of achieving success and surpassing their own goals. This suggests that individuals with a high need to achieve are likely to seek work opportunities that are challenging and require effort to succeed, rather than those that are low-risk or nonentrepreneurial. While they may be willing to take risks, they are unlikely to seek out work opportunities that are very high-risk, as these may be seen as too uncertain or unrealistic.

McClelland's (1965) Research Revealed That Those Whose Thematic Apperception Test