Raymond Is Playing with His Children While Simultaneously Watching a Basketball

question 30

Multiple Choice

Raymond is playing with his children while simultaneously watching a basketball game on television. It is important that he pay attention to the game and the panel's discussion during half time. He is a sports writer and needs to finalize his report for the following day's print. Which factor influences Raymond's perception in this scenario, and why?

• A) Attention; he is a sports writer.
• B) Reception; he is a sports writer.
• C) Attention; he is a responsible father.
• D) Reception; he is a responsible father.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Postulate

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Personal Construct Theory

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