The Psychological Concept, Reactance, May Be Used to Explain _______

question 46

Multiple Choice

The psychological concept, reactance, may be used to explain _______.

• A)the difference in jury size from 12 to 6
• B)different reactions to the M'Naghten rule and the Brawner rule
• C)the effect of timing of the opening statement
• D)jurors' use of inadmissible evidence, after the judge has admonished them to disregard the information

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Definitions:

Ethical Climates

Ethical climates are the shared perceptions of what is ethically right or wrong and what ethical behavior is expected within an organization.

Moral Development

The process through which individuals develop proper attitudes and behaviors toward other people in society, based on social and cultural norms, rules, and laws.

Pragmatists

Individuals who approach problems and decisions based on practical considerations, often focusing on the consequences and practical effects rather than theoretical principles.

Golden Rule

A moral or ethical guideline suggesting that one should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself.