Statement I: Most Americans Would Be Willing to Give Up

question 132

Multiple Choice

Statement I: Most Americans would be willing to give up driving to reduce auto emissions to zero.
Statement II: Trading in pollution permits is banned on the Chicago Board of Trade but has flourished on the black market.

• A)Statement I is true and statement II is false.
• B)Statement II is true and statement I is false.
• C)Both statements are true.
• D)Both statements are false.

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Definitions:

Motivated

Refers to the drive, desire, or willingness of an individual to take action or achieve a certain goal.

Law of Effect

A psychological principle stating that behaviors followed by favorable consequences tend to be repeated, while behaviors followed by negative consequences are less likely to be repeated.

Pleasant Outcomes

Positive results or benefits that are satisfying or enjoyable, often as a result of specific actions or behaviors.

Unpleasant Outcomes

Negative consequences or results that arise from specific actions or situations.