Brittany Decides to Save $50 from Each Paycheck So That

question 97

Multiple Choice

Brittany decides to save $50 from each paycheck so that she can go on a Spring Break trip with her college roommates. However, when she gets paid this week, she spends all of her money on new clothes. Which of the following insights into human behavior does Brittany exhibit?

• A)People are overconfident.
• B)People care about fairness.
• C)People are reluctant to change their minds.
• D)People are inconsistent over time.

Understand the importance of setting long-term goals for effective short-term time management.

Recognize the importance of managing energy for academic success.

Assess the effectiveness of various strategies for energy rejuvenation.

Develop an understanding of the importance of proactive assignment completion.

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