Consider the Following Example: Imagine That Mary Is Planning a Vacation

question 18

Multiple Choice

Consider the following example: Imagine that Mary is planning a vacation and has to choose between two vacation spots.Based on the phenomenon of selective thinking, if asked to choose the best spot, which would Mary choose?
Spot A average weather average beaches
Medium-quality hotel medium-temperature water average nightlife
Spot B lots of sunshine
Gorgeous beaches and coral reefs ultra-modern hotel
Very cold water very strong winds
No nightlife
Spot C mostly rainy rocky beaches
Older hotel
Very cold water very strong winds
No nightlife

• A)Spot A
• B)SpotB
• C)SpotC
• D)Either A orB
• E)We can't answer the question with the information provided.

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Definitions:

Biased Ratings

Evaluations or judgments that are unfairly prejudiced or influenced by personal opinions, leading to partial or distorted outcomes.

Intelligent

The ability to learn, understand, and apply knowledge to adapt to new situations or solve problems.

Impression Management

The process by which individuals attempt to control the impressions others form of them, often to increase social standing or personal gain.

Exemplification

A strategy of impression management where individuals demonstrate their dedication or competence, often by going above and beyond expected norms, to influence others' perceptions positively.