Solve the Problem Using Matrices

question 258

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem using matrices.
-Ron attends a cocktail party (with his graphing calculator in his pocket) . He wants to limit his food intake to 160 g protein, 142 g fat, and 186 g carbohydrate. According to the health-conscious
Hostess, the marinated mushroom caps have 3 g protein, 5 g fat, and 9 g carbohydrate; the spicy
Meatballs have 14 g protein, 7 g fat, and 15 g carbohydrate; and the deviled eggs have 13 g protein,
15 g fat, and 6 g carbohydrate. How many of each snack can he eat to obtain his goal?

• A) 4 mushrooms; 8 meatballs; 6 eggs
• B) 8 mushrooms; 6 meatballs; 4 eggs
• C) 6 mushrooms; 4 meatballs; 8 eggs
• D) 9 mushrooms; 7 meatballs; 5 eggs

Discern the difference between attitudes formed via central and peripheral routes in terms of durability and resistance to change.

Describe how motivation and ability to think about the message influence the route of persuasion.

Understand the impact of message and source characteristics on persuasion.

Explain the concept of balance theory and its similarities to cognitive dissonance.

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Definitions:

Gaining Commitment

The process of securing others' support and dedication towards a particular goal or course of action.

Loyalty

A strong feeling of support or allegiance to someone or something, often manifested through consistent preference or patronage.

Organizational Context

The set of circumstances or conditions, including culture and structure, that surrounds and influences the operations of an organization.

Exert Influence

The act of impacting or changing someone's behavior, actions, or perception through direct or indirect means.