Emotional Intelligence (Happiness) 4

Question 1

Which of the following best represents the concept of 'subjective well-being' (SWB) as researchers define it?

Accepted Answer

A person's own evaluation of their life, including positive affect, negative affect, and life satisfaction

Answer

Subjective well-being is a self-reported, multidimensional construct comprising high positive affect, low negative affect, and high life satisfaction.

Question 2

Research on the 'happiness set point' suggests that approximately what percentage of happiness variation is attributed to genetics?

Accepted Answer

About 50%

Answer

Lyubomirsky's research suggests approximately 50% of happiness variation is attributable to a genetically determined set point, with 10% from circumstances and 40% from intentional activities.

Question 3

Sophia is feeling down after a setback. She chooses to write about three specific things that went well that day. This exercise is most directly targeting:

Accepted Answer

Gratitude and positive attention retraining

Answer

The 'three good things' exercise targets gratitude and trains attention toward positive events, which research shows elevates mood and happiness over time.

Question 4

A person who has high levels of trait happiness is most likely to display which characteristic in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Greater creativity, productivity, and prosocial behavior toward colleagues

Answer

Research by Sonja Lyubomirsky and others shows happy individuals tend to be more creative, productive, and prosocial, making them effective contributors in workplace settings.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of 'savoring' as a happiness-enhancing strategy?

Accepted Answer

Deliberately slowing down to fully appreciate and extend the enjoyment of a positive experience

Answer

Savoring involves deliberately attending to and appreciating positive experiences in the moment or through reflection, thereby intensifying and extending positive emotions.

Emotional Intelligence Practice Test

Emotional Intelligence Practice Test

Emotional Intelligence (Happiness) 4