According to Your Textbook,what Is One Suggested Reason Why We

question 76

Multiple Choice

According to your textbook,what is one suggested reason why we are more likely to pay attention to negative information over positive information?

• A) Because we spend time with other people who focus on negative information.
• B) Because we learn this tendency from our peers.
• C) Because our culture teaches us to focus on the negative.
• D) Because paying attention to negative information would aid in our survival by helping us to avoid potential dangers.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative when making a decision, essentially what is given up when choosing one option over another.

Specialization

The practice of focusing effort on a particular field or discipline, leading to increased efficiency and expertise in that area.

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A dairy product made from curdled or cultured milk, coming in various textures and flavors.

Opportunity Cost

The loss of value from not opting for the closely competing alternative when faced with a decision.