Michael has been successful as a library assistant.In his past two jobs,he was able to wander through the library,meet library patrons,and talk about books.Michael is outgoing and likes to talk to new people.He joined Acme Global as a Records Technician.The job is similar to that of a library assistant,but does not have as much contact with other people.Most days,Michael works alone.As a result,he is feeling unhappy and unmotivated in the job.His supervisor is not pleased with his performance.It appears that the Records Technician job lacks _________ for Michael.
A)ability-job fit
B)personality-job fit
C)person-organization fit
D)ability-person fit

Question

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Michael's unhappiness and lack of motivation stem from the mismatch between his outgoing personality and the solitary nature of the Records Technician job, indicating a lack of personality-job fit.

Michael Has Been Successful as a Library Assistant