What Theory Posits That Individuals Make Instantaneous (And Frequently Inaccurate)decisions

question 44

Multiple Choice

What theory posits that individuals make instantaneous (and frequently inaccurate) decisions about an individual's credibility upon seeing the person and that this initial assessment often leads to mistaken evaluations of honesty?

• A) dangerous decisions theory
• B) cognitive load theory
• C) deception detection theory
• D) motivated deception theory

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