Which of the Following Is an Example of an Ultimate

question 115

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an ultimate consumer?

• A)a newspaper reporter who books a plane ticket to Washington,D.C. ,to cover the presidential inauguration
• B)a schoolteacher who bought a ticket to the Summer Olympics opening ceremonies
• C)an office receptionist who renews the magazines that are found in the office waiting room
• D)a retailer who buys banners for an upcoming store sale
• E)a landscaping firm employee who buys a new wheelbarrow to use to haul mulch

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Definitions:

Dissonance

A state of conflict or inconsistency between one's beliefs, attitudes, or actions, often leading to discomfort and a desire for resolution.

Attitude Polarization

The phenomenon where a disagreement becomes more extreme as the differing parties continue to consider more information in support of their respective opinions.

Academically Relevant

Pertaining to or having significance in scholarly education or academic pursuits.

Instrumental Learning

a learning process wherein behavior is modified through reinforcement or punishment in order to achieve a specific goal or outcome.