Individual differences in motivation,attitudes,personality,and abilities influence:

A) whether employees experience work stress
B) whether layoffs in their department will be necessary
C) both of these are influenced by these factors
D) neither of these are influenced by these factors

Work Stress

The response individuals may experience when presented with work demands and pressures that are not matched to their knowledge and abilities, challenging their ability to cope.

Individual Differences

The variations among people in their qualities, abilities, experiences, and preferences.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, involving the biological, emotional, social, and cognitive forces that activate movement towards a goal.