Which Idea Underpins the Minimal Effects Theory

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which idea underpins the minimal effects theory?

• A) People tend to be more open-minded about other perspectives and welcoming of challenges to their own beliefs.
• B) More often than not, people tend to reject the comfort of their preexisting biases in favor of other perspectives.
• C) People generally want to avoid ambivalence and seek information that conforms to their existing attitudes.
• D) People generally consume a variety of different perspectives only during election season so as to be more informed.

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Definitions:

Implicit Culture

The unspoken, assumed values and norms that influence behavior and expectations within a group or organization, not formally documented.

Duty of Cooperation

An obligation that requires the parties in a contract to act in good faith and assist each other in fulfilling the contract terms.

Principal's Duty

The obligations and responsibilities a principal owes to an agent in an agency relationship, including compensation, reimbursement, and indemnification for acts performed within the scope of the agency.

Agent Performance

The assessment of an agent's actions in fulfilling their duties on behalf of a client or principal.