Automatic, Unthinking Consistency Is a Dangerous Thing

question 7

Multiple Choice

Automatic, unthinking consistency is a dangerous thing. Yet, in Influence, it was stated that many times we find it attractive. Why?

• A) It offers one shortcut to use in deciding how to behave when we don't have the time to examine all the evidence.
• B) Because we have a deep-seated need for occasional danger.
• C) Because even unthinking consistency is preferable to emotional responding.
• D) None of the above.

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