Ken Is Purchasing a New Computer for His Family

question 46

Multiple Choice

Ken is purchasing a new computer for his family. To make this purchase, he learns as much as he can understand about computers and decides which one he likes based on that information. Only then will he actually purchase a computer. According to the hierarchy of effects approach to attitudes, which hierarchy best describes Ken's actions?

• A) behavioral influence
• B) high involvement
• C) utilitarian
• D) knowledge
• E) experiential

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Definitions:

Efficacy

The ability of a product or treatment to provide a beneficial effect (such as reducing or curing a disease) under ideal and controlled conditions.

Researcher Allegiance Effects

The influence that a researcher's preferences, beliefs, or biases may have on the outcome of a study, potentially skewing results in favor of their favored theoretical framework or treatment modality.

Meta-analysis

A statistical technique that combines the results of multiple scientific studies to arrive at a conclusion about an overall body of research.

Humanistic Therapy

A therapeutic approach that emphasizes personal growth and self-actualization, focusing on the client's subjective experience and innate drive towards self-fulfillment.