The __________ Recent the Accounts Receivable (I

question 5

Multiple Choice

The __________ recent the accounts receivable (i.e., shorter amount of time it has been outstanding) , the __________ likely it will be that they will ultimately be collected.

• A) more, more
• B) less, more
• C) more, less
• D) more, equally

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Definitions:

Cognitive Consistency

A model of social cognition in which people try to reduce inconsistency among their cognitions, because they find inconsistency unpleasant.

Balance Theory

A psychological theory that suggests individuals strive for a harmonious balance in their relationships and beliefs, avoiding inconsistency among their thoughts.

Triad

In sociology, a group of three people, which provides the simplest unit for studying complex group dynamics.

Cognitive Consistency Theories

A group of attitude theories stressing that people try to maintain internal consistency, order and agreement among their various cognitions.