According to Our Textbook, the Mindless Processing of Information

question 151

Multiple Choice

According to our textbook, the mindless processing of information:

• A) usually leads to positive behaviours because we get a lot done on "automatic pilot."
• B) has benefits, but also can lead to mishaps and serious errors.
• C) usually leads to negative behaviours, both mishaps and serious errors.
• D) has little effect on behaviour because the processing goes on outside of awareness.

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Definitions:

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