Kate Is Looking Forward to Spending Two Weeks in Hawaii

question 62

Multiple Choice

Kate is looking forward to spending two weeks in Hawaii. However, one week before the trip, Kate's car breaks down, and she has to spend her vacation money on repairs. Kate's desire for a luxurious vacation is produced by a(n) _____ motive, while the necessity of paying for car repairs is an example of a _____ motive.

• A) positively originated; negatively originated
• B) transformational; transactional
• C) informational; transformational
• D) negatively originated; positively originated
• E) informational; transactional

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Definitions:

Piagetian Error

Mistakes made by children that reflect their stage of cognitive development, according to the theories of Jean Piaget; for example, misunderstanding conservation of quantity.

Object Permanence

The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be observed.

Focus on Appearance

The act of prioritizing or overly emphasizing the way one looks or presents themselves, often influenced by societal standards and perceptions.

Static Thinking

A cognitive approach where an individual perceives situations and objects as unchanging, not taking into account the dynamic or evolving nature of reality.