Research on Positive Illusions and Goal-Setting Indicates That ____

question 76

Multiple Choice

Research on positive illusions and goal-setting indicates that ____.

• A)when setting goals, most people set aside positive illusions and are (at least temporarily)realistic
• B)most people are overly optimistic and ambitious when setting goals
• C)because most people have positive illusions about themselves and their lives, they usually fail to set goals at all (and just assume that things will turn out well)
• D)because most people have positive illusions about themselves and their lives, they tend to set goals for the distant future, but not goals for the present or immediate future

Understand the concept of social dominance theory and its implications for intergroup relations.

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Understand the demographic and socio-economic characteristics of different ethnic groups in the United States and their implications for marketing.

Recognize the role of technology in transforming business operations and marketing strategies.

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