In Trying to Make Sense of the Mass Suicide in Jonestown

question 127

Multiple Choice

In trying to make sense of the mass suicide in Jonestown, a Gestaltist would probably __________.

• A) examine the external rewards and punishments used by Jim Jones
• B) consult a social psychologist
• C) ponder the subjective meaning of the act to Jim Jones's followers
• D) ask about the traumatic events in the lives of Jones's followers

Grasp the dynamics of work hours in industrialized countries and the factors driving healthcare costs.

Understand the impact of technological change on productivity growth.

Recognize the evolution of the United States' savings rate and its implications on the economy.

Differentiate between economic conditions before and after the industrial revolution.

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