Vignette #1 You and Your Friend Karen Are Having Lunch

question 65

Multiple Choice

Vignette #1 You and your friend Karen are having lunch out and you order an iced tea. She sees you reach for the pink packet of Sweet 'N Low. Karen stops your hand and says, "Don't you know that stuff is bad for you? I read it causes cancer, and I also know people who say that Equal artificial sweetener gives them headaches." As your conversation continues, let's show Karen how well informed you are concerning artificial sweeteners by answering the following questions: Which of the following is incorrect regarding sugar alcohols?

• A) They are often found in chewing gums and candies.
• B) They have a constipating effect in some people.
• C) They do not promote tooth decay like sugar does.
• D) They add calories to a food product.
• E) Examples are xylitol and mannitol.

Identify the variations in learned helplessness types.

Grasp the significance of attribution styles in personal and situational contexts.

Identify different types and triggers of conflict.

Understand the stages of the conflict process.

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A subjective quality that makes something appealing or desirable to individuals.

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Fear Appeal

A persuasive message that attempts to arouse fear in order to divert behavior through the threat of harm or danger.