Suppose You Want Someone to Put a Large Billboard on Her

question 208

Multiple Choice

Suppose you want someone to put a large billboard on her front yard endorsing your favorite candidate. How could you increase the chance that she will agree?

• A) First get her to put a small sign in her window.
• B) Employ the principle of overjustification.
• C) Assure her that the sign will stay up for only a month.
• D) Ask her repeatedly.

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