Harmonious Values as a Basis for Occupational Preference.

Cochran, Larry

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ERIC Number: EJ342203

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1986

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Harmonious Values as a Basis for Occupational Preference.

Cochran, Larry

Journal of Vocational Behavior, v29 n1 p17-26 Aug 1986

Examined the hypothesis that occupational preference is based upon harmonious career values within a decision scheme. Results indicated the most important value tends to be more harmoniously related to other values within a decision scheme. In contrast, the least important value tends to conflict with other values. (Author/BL)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Career Choice, Congruence (Psychology), Decision Making, Values

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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