When Asked the Question, "Which Parent Should Be Awarded Custody

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Multiple Choice

When asked the question, "Which parent should be awarded custody?" people _____.However, if they are asked, "Which parent should be denied custody?" they _____.

• A)focus on the base rate; ignore the base rate
• B)ignore the base rate; focus on the base rate
• C)look for positive qualities; look for negative qualities
• D)look for negative qualities; look for positive qualities

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