The Tendency to Engage in Belief Perseverance Can Be Reduced

question 78

Multiple Choice

The tendency to engage in belief perseverance can be reduced or eliminated by ____.

• A)attempting to make one's behaviors and attitudes more consistent
• B)making an effort to persuade others of one's beliefs
• C)coming up with personal examples to support one's beliefs
• D)coming up with counterarguments (i.e., arguments for "the other side")

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Definitions:

Antitrust Legislation

Antitrust legislation comprises laws intended to regulate competitive conduct among businesses, prevent monopolies, and promote fair competition.

Sherman Act

The Sherman Act is a landmark federal statute in the antitrust law of the United States, prohibiting monopolistic business practices and promoting competition.

Monopoly Power

The ability of a single company or entity to control or dominate an entire market, preventing competition.

Trust-Busting

Government activities aimed at breaking up monopolies and trusts to restore competition in the market.