How does work-life balance influence job satisfaction in early adulthood? Provide one psychological mechanism.

How does work-life balance influence job satisfaction in early adulthood? Provide one psychological mechanism.

• A. Better balance is associated with higher job satisfaction; mechanism: reduced chronic stress and greater sense of control/autonomy.
• B. Better balance has no impact on job satisfaction; mechanism: random variance.
• C. More work leads to higher satisfaction due to more purpose; mechanism: increased challenge.
• D. Boundaries reduce performance; mechanism: decreased accountability.

Answer: (C)