Which of the Following Triggers Is an Example of Social

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following triggers is an example of social sanctioning?

• A)Majaira has developed more symptoms over the past week and many are getting worse.
• B)Majaira has pain that interferes with the ability to go to work.
• C)Majaira has such low energy that she can't take care of her three young children.
• D)As an employee at her company, Majaira has been given an incentive to stop smoking.

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Definitions:

Power Differential Heuristic

A mental shortcut used in decision-making that accounts for the imbalance of power in relationships or situations.

Blue Uniforms

Clothing of a blue color worn by members of certain professions, commonly associated with law enforcement or military personnel.

Anchoring with Adjustment Heuristic

A cognitive bias in decision-making where an initial value (the "anchor") heavily influences subsequent judgments and adjustments.

Temporizing Heuristic

A cognitive strategy involving delaying decision making until more evidence or information is available.