Maria, Min, and Bobby Ran for Class President

question 9

Multiple Choice

Maria, Min, and Bobby ran for class president. When the votes were tallied, Maria received thirty-eight votes, Min received thirty-seven votes, and Bobby garnered thirty-five votes. According to Medvec and colleagues' (1995) study of Olympic athletes' emotional reactions, one would expect ________ to be the LEAST happy with the election outcome.

• A) Maria
• B) Min
• C) Bobby
• D) All three would be equally happy.

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Definitions:

Gender Bias

Prejudicial treatment or perceptions based on an individual's gender, often resulting in unequal opportunities and outcomes.

Machiavellian

Characterized by cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous behavior, especially in politics or in advancing one's career.

Con Artists

Individuals specializing in deceit or fraud to gain financial or personal advantages.

Persuasive

Capable of convincing others to believe or do something through reasoning or the use of temptation.