A Ponzi Scheme Attempts to Cheat People By

question 62

Multiple Choice

A ponzi scheme attempts to cheat people by:

• A)selling stocks in nonexistent companies to investors.
• B)selling worthless real estate to investors.
• C)paying original investors with money from new investors.
• D)creating an investment scheme that targets the elderly.

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Definitions:

Primary Control

The effort to change the external world so that it aligns with one's personal desires or goals, often through direct action.

Secondary Control

The psychological strategy of influencing one's internal state to align with reality when external control is not possible.

Modify Reality

The act of changing or altering the perception or understanding of the real world, often through technology, art, or psychological means.

Repression

A psychological defense mechanism where distressing thoughts and feelings are unconsciously blocked from conscious awareness.