Both Jane and Joey believe that their boss makes them stay late to complete work and assigned challenging workloads.Even though they have the same beliefs about their boss,Jane complains to higher management about her boss's behavior whereas Joey does not complain.According to the model of emotions,attitudes,and behavior,Jane and Joey probably engaged in different behavior toward their boss because:
A) they might have different feelings about their boss's characteristics.
B) their unique experiences in the past have reinforced different behavior intentions.
C) they experience different emotions regarding staying late for work and observing their boss's poor interpersonal skills.
D) of all of the above.
E) The model of emotions, attitudes, and behavior cannot explain why people with the same beliefs engage in different behaviors.

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The differences in Jane and Joey's behavior towards their boss could be due to a combination of factors, including their feelings towards their boss's characteristics, past experiences reinforcing different behavior intentions, and different emotions associated with staying late for work and observing their boss's poor interpersonal skills. These factors align with the model of emotions, attitudes, and behavior. Choice E is incorrect as the model does provide an explanation for why people with the same beliefs engage in different behaviors by considering the role of emotions and past experiences.

Both Jane and Joey Believe That Their Boss Makes Them