Which of the Following, According to Dershowitz, Constitutes a Good

question 329

Multiple Choice

Which of the following, according to Dershowitz, constitutes a good test of whether an action should be performed?

• A) We have distinct procedures for assessing the legality or illegality of the action.
• B) We are prepared to have the action disclosed after the action has taken place.
• C) We can justify the action on the basis of a simple cost-benefit analysis.
• D) We are confident that the action will not establish a precedent.

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Definitions:

Reciprocity Norm

A social rule that suggests people should return help and cooperation they have received from others.

Potential Customer

An individual or entity that could be interested in purchasing a product or service, but has not yet decided to do so.

Reactance Response

A psychological reaction that occurs when people feel their freedom to choose or act is threatened, leading them to resist the influence or change.

Foot-in-the Door Technique

A persuasion strategy where a small request is made first in order to increase the likelihood of compliance with a larger request later.