A Council Meeting Has Produced Heated Debate About an Issue

question 101

Essay

A council meeting has produced heated debate about an issue. Most of the members of the council hold one opinion, but a few hold another. During a break in the meeting, the members of the council who have the minority opinion call you for advice as to the best way to influence the majority of the council. Based on social psychological research, particularly concerning the dual-process approach, what should you advise them to do?

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Definitions:

Paid-In Capital

The amount of money that a company receives from shareholders in exchange for shares of stock, exceeding the par value of the shares.

Drawings

Withdrawal of cash or other assets from an unincorporated business for the personal use of the owner(s).

Authorized Shares

The maximum number of shares that a corporation is legally allowed to issue, as specified in its articles of incorporation.

Market Value

The existing cost for buying or selling an asset or service on the market.