Jared Recently Sent an E-Mail to All the Members of His

question 57

Multiple Choice

Jared recently sent an e-mail to all the members of his department asking them for their opinions about where the department should have its quarterly team lunch. The response was overwhelming as Jared received more than 40 suggestions. This is an example of the ________.

• A) paradox of choice
• B) bandwagon effect
• C) confirmation bias
• D) confidence bias
• E) loss aversion effect

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Definitions:

Shuttle-Box

An experimental apparatus used in animal behavior studies to test classical and operant conditioning by allowing the animal to move between compartments to avoid discomfort.

Learned Helplessness Model

A theory that suggests individuals may learn to perceive themselves as having no control over their environment, leading to a state of passive resignation.

Depression

A condition of mental well-being identified by ongoing low spirits or a disinterest in usual activities, leading to noticeable difficulties in daily routines.

Locus Of Control

An individual's belief about the extent to which their actions can influence the events around them, classified as either internal (control from within oneself) or external (control by outside forces).