When Ronaldo Bought His New Flat-Screen Television, He Was Surprised

question 33

Multiple Choice

When Ronaldo bought his new flat-screen television, he was surprised at the cost differences between some of the models. When he asked the salesperson for help, the salesperson assured him that the lower-end models could display the same high-definition channels as the more expensive ones. Because he was on a tight budget, Ronaldo took the salesperson's advice and bought a cheaper model. Only when he got his TV home did Ronaldo realize that he needed to purchase an expensive converter box to actually receive HD channels. Which of the following statements is true about this scenario?

• A) The salesperson engaged in deception by lying.
• B) The salesperson engaged in deception by falsification.
• C) The salesperson engaged in deception by omission.
• D) The salesperson engaged in deception by misleading.

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Definitions:

Motivated Behavior

Actions that are driven by internal or external stimuli to fulfill a need or achieve a goal.

Homeostatic Action

The processes by which bodily systems maintain internal stability and balance in response to external changes.

Homeostasis

The process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain stability despite changes in the external environment.

Extrinsic Motivation

A form of motivation driven by external rewards, such as money, fame, grades, and praise.