Pat Attends a Prescreening of a New Romantic Comedy with a Group

question 122

Multiple Choice

Pat attends a prescreening of a new romantic comedy with a group of four people and then participates in a focus group where the group is asked several questions about the film. The group is asked, "How funny is the film?" Each member of the group responds to the question. Pat responds last, after hearing the rest of the group say that the movie was very funny. Pat is more likely to agree with them if

• A) Pat is female.
• B) Pat is from an individualistic culture.
• C) Pat is elderly.
• D) Pat's group had seven people instead of four.

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Definitions:

Petty Offenses

Minor legal violations that typically result in a small fine or minimal punishment.

Infractions

Minor violations or breaches of law which are typically punishable by fines rather than prison time.

Misdemeanors

Less serious criminal offenses that are punishable by fines or imprisonment for less than a year, typically in a county jail.

Act of Commission

A positive action or deed that violates a law or legal obligation, leading to liability.