Elias Believes That Gun Control Is Necessary

question 118

Multiple Choice

Elias believes that gun control is necessary. Which of the following would cause Elias to change his attitude the most ?

• A) He hears a speech against gun control, then gives a speech that takes a similar position.
• B) He anticipates giving a speech against gun control, and then gives the speech.
• C) He anticipates giving a speech for gun control, and then must give a speech against it.
• D) He gives a speech for gun control, followed by a speech against gun control.

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Definitions:

Basic Fault

A lack of connection between the child and mother that can later impact adult relationships.

Split Object Image

A concept in psychology referring to the mental representation a person has of another being, divided between positive and negative perceptions.

Transference

The process by which emotions and desires originally associated with one person are unconsciously redirected towards another.

Synchronicity

A concept proposing that events are "meaningful coincidences" if they occur with no causal relationship yet seem to be meaningfully related.