In Deciding on the Method or Means of Transportation, Shippers

question 8

Multiple Choice

In deciding on the method or means of transportation, shippers consider such criteria as speed, frequency, ________, capability, availability, traceability, and costs.

• A) air versus ground
• B) dependability
• C) gypsy truckers
• D) branded name truckers
• E) costs per mile

Recognize the role of emotional states and personal experiences in shaping behaviors and attitudes.

Identify the sources and impacts of prejudice and stereotypes in social cognition.

Describe the persuasion processes including the elaboration likelihood model and fear appeal.

Understand the dynamics of social perception changes over time (e.g., recency effect).

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Definitions:

Metaphor

A figure of speech in which a term is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable to suggest a resemblance.

Critical Thinking Skills

The ability to analyze facts, generate and organize ideas, defend opinions, make comparisons, draw inferences, evaluate arguments, and solve problems.

Names

Words or terms used to identify a person, place, thing, concept, or phenomenon.

Surface

The outward or visible aspect of something, sometimes contrasted with deeper, more hidden dimensions.