Jim Just Received an "A" on His Statistics Exam

question 67

Multiple Choice

Jim just received an "A" on his statistics exam. While he is still happy about this, a classmate asks to borrow his lecture notes. According to research on emotion-based appeals for compliance, why is Jim likely to comply with this request?

• A) The request will seem less threatening to Jim.
• B) Jim will feel guilty if he does not comply.
• C) Granting the request will help Jim sustain his good mood.
• D) Both a and c are correct.

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