Candace hopes to get a job with the U.S. Foreign Service, serving as a liaison between an overseas embassy and the local population. She has an uncanny ability with languages, but if she wants to function well in her dream job, she also needs to be
A) open-minded, flexible, and a good listener.
B) reliable, detail-oriented, and unchanging.
C) flamboyant, articulate, and irrepressible.
D) easy to train and a good rule-follower.
E) creative, fearless, and original.

Question

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In contrast to the other options, which relate either to routine task performance or creative task performance, Candace's chosen profession of diplomat is one that is likely to require a great deal of skills related to adaptive task performance. In particular, she will need to demonstrate the characteristics of interpersonal adaptability (being flexible and open-minded when dealing with others, as well as listening to and considering others' viewpoints and opinions) and cultural adaptability (willingly adjusting behavior or appearance as necessary to comply with or show respect for others' values and customs, understanding the implications of one's actions, and adjusting one's approach to maintain positive relationships with others).

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