In Research by Pryzbylski and Weinstein (2013), the Mere Presence

question 15

Multiple Choice

In research by Pryzbylski and Weinstein (2013) , the mere presence of a mobile device decreased participants' feelings of __________.

• A) trust, closeness, and empathy
• B) apprehension and unease
• C) happiness, euphoria, and arousal
• D) fear, calm, and awareness

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Definitions:

Control Act

Legislation enacted to regulate or oversee a specific activity, substance, or practice for the purpose of maintaining order, safety, or public interest.

Secret Arms Sale

The covert selling and distribution of military weapons and equipment, often to countries or groups without the approval or acknowledgment of the public or certain governing bodies.

Contras in Nicaragua

Nicaraguan rebel groups that opposed the Sandinista government in the 1980s, receiving support from the United States government.

Foreign Affairs

Government policies and activities related to interactions with other countries, including diplomacy, trade agreements, and conflict resolution.