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Brad has just gone through an intense job interview for his dream job.At the end of the process,he is told that he will not be receiving a job offer,which is very upsetting to him.Immediately after,Brad goes to a local bar where he meets a woman.
a. Describe affect-as-information theory.
b. Using affect-as-information theory, explain whether you think Brad is likely to have a positive or negative first impression of the woman.
c. If Brad had received a job offer, how would his evaluation of the woman at the bar change?


Definitions:

Indifference Curve

A graphical representation in economics indicating different combinations of two goods that provide the consumer with equal levels of satisfaction.

Rational Consumer

An individual who makes choices that result in the highest level of personal utility or satisfaction.

Indifference Curve

A graphical representation showing different combinations of goods or services among which a consumer is indifferent, meaning they have no preference for one combination over another.

Total Utility

The complete pleasure derived from the consumption of a specific quantity of products or services.

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