"Prejudice Is Created by People's Need to Enhance or Restore

question 595

Multiple Choice

"Prejudice is created by people's need to enhance or restore their self-esteem" is argued by the theory called the ___________________ theory.

• A)negative state relief
• B)self-enhancement
• C)realistic conflict
• D)social identity

Identify and explain the doctrine of strict liability in product safety.

Describe the legal protections for consumers against unsolicited merchandise and fraudulent misrepresentations.

Understand consumers' rights and obligations under credit protection laws, including the "Cooling-Off" Rule and the Truth-in-Lending Act.

Know the requirements for strict product liability and consumer protections against defective or dangerous products.

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Definitions:

Nominal Annual Interest Rate

The stated interest rate of a bond or loan, not adjusted for inflation, which indicates the periodic interest payment.

Payment Plans

Agreements outlining how a borrower will pay back a loan or an installment purchase over a specified time period.

Amortized Mortgage

A loan where the principal is paid down over the life of the loan, typically through fixed monthly payments.

Nominal Interest Rate

The rate of interest before adjustments for inflation, reflecting the rate at which money can be borrowed or lent.