When Shopping, Timothy Buys Only Those Items That Are on His

question 9

Multiple Choice

When shopping, Timothy buys only those items that are on his shopping list. He does not let sales, promotional events, or other tempting offers persuade him to deviate from his list. This way he ensures that he never exceeds his budget. In the context of the given scenario, Timothy is a(n) _____.

• A) experiential consumer
• B) compulsive consumer
• C) state-oriented consumer
• D) action-oriented consumer

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Definitions:

James-Lange Theory

A theory of emotion proposing that emotions occur as a result of physiological reactions to events.

Cannon-Bard Theory

A theory of emotion that posits emotions and physiological reactions occur simultaneously and independently.

Schachter Two-factor Theory

A psychological theory which proposes that emotions are comprised of two factors: physiological arousal and cognitive label.

Common Sense Theory

An approach suggesting that people naturally form theories about their experiences and the world around them, based on everyday observations and practical reasoning.