Walster and Festinger Conducted an Experiment in Which Subjects "Overheard

question 46

Multiple Choice

Walster and Festinger conducted an experiment in which subjects "overheard" a conversation between two graduate students, one of whom expressed an opinion on a certain issue. Subjects' opinions were influenced by the graduate student's opinion when:

• A) the graduate student had previously performed a favor for the subject
• B) the subject believed the graduate students were unaware of his or her presence
• C) the graduate student was an expert on the issue in question
• D) the graduate student presented a two-sided argument regarding the issue in question

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Definitions:

Trade Restrictions

Measures such as tariffs, quotas, and embargoes imposed by governments to control and limit the volume or value of goods and services that are traded across borders.

Innovation

The process of creating new methods, ideas, or products, or the introduction of something new that adds value.

Declining Industries Argument

The notion that certain sectors of the economy may experience a reduction in demand and productivity, leading to a downturn in those industries.

Foreign Competition

The competition that domestic companies face from companies located in other countries.