Workers in High-Productivity Countries Fear Trade Because They Think They

question 142

Multiple Choice

Workers in high-productivity countries fear trade because they think they cannot compete with workers in low-productivity countries. Workers in low-productivity countries fear trade because they think they cannot compete with workers in high- productivity countries. Which set of fears is justified?

• A) The fears of workers in high-productivity countries are justified, but the fears of workers in low-productivity countries are not.
• B) The fears of workers in low-productivity countries are justified, but the fears of workers in high-productivity countries are not.
• C) Both sets of fears are justified.
• D) Neither set of fears is justified.

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Definitions:

Persuader

An individual or entity that uses communication and argumentation techniques to influence others' beliefs, attitudes, or actions.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where there is discomfort or mental conflict due to holding contradictory beliefs or attitudes, leading to an internal push for resolution.

Social Judgment Theory

A theory that explains how individuals perceive and evaluate a communication message against their existing attitudes, influencing persuasion and attitude change.

Rejection-Then-Retreat Approach

A persuasive technique where an initial, larger request is made knowing it will be rejected, followed by a smaller, more reasonable request.