Question

Oliver is a supervisor at a construction company. His job is to oversee the construction workers' work in terms of quality and productivity. He often feels that despite all efforts, his instructions are not being taken seriously or that he is being ignored by the workers. Upon seeking feedback, Oliver is surprised to learn that he comes across as too passive and his team sees him as a non-assertive person who cannot exert control. In the context of understanding individual behavior, Oliver's lack of assertiveness is his _____.
a. expectancy error
b. blind spot
c. hindsight bias
d. central tendency error

Answer 1

Answer:

b. blind spot

Explanation:

Based on the information provided within the question it can be said that Oliver's lack of assertiveness is his blind spot. This term refers to something that we cannot see or are not aware of until it is pointed out to you or you change perspectives. Since Oliver was not aware in the flaw in his personality like others were, until it was pointed out to him, then we can say it is his blind spot.