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In the Reality TV Show Storage Wars, People Bid on the Contents

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In the reality TV show Storage Wars, people bid on the contents of repossessed storage units without being able to evaluate the contents. This is an example of a ________ auction.


Definitions:

Biosocial Basis

The biosocial basis refers to the interaction between biological factors and social elements in shaping behaviors, traits, and health outcomes.

Contextual Factors

External conditions or environments that influence the outcomes of a process or situation, often beyond the control of individuals.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person from their perspective.

Just-World Hypothesis

According to Lerner and Miller, people need to believe that the world is a just place where they get what they deserve. As evidence of undeserved suffering undermines this belief, people may conclude that victims deserve their fate.

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