Refer to Figure E

question 55

Multiple Choice

Refer to Figure e.Brandon and Allie want to go on a date one summer evening.Allie is a Red Sox fan,while Brandon is a Mets fan.Both teams are playing that evening,but not against each other.Each would rather watch their favorite team,but neither can force the other to watch a particular game,and each is willing to suffer through the other's game if it means time together.If Allie watches the Mets,what is Brandon's best response?

• A) Brandon should watch the Red Sox.
• B) Brandon should watch the Mets.
• C) It does not matter which Brandon watches; he is indifferent between the Red Sox and the Mets.
• D) Brandon should not consider Allie's choice when making her decision.

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