Scenario 7

question 164

Multiple Choice

Scenario 7.1 Use the following to answer the questions.
Consumers use information from many sources when making purchasing decisions, including information from friends and family members. One of the most dissatisfying consumer experiences is with auto repair. Aware of this, Kate has asked several of her friends and family members where they have their cars repaired, since she has experienced a problem starting her car when the weather is cold. Kate has heard that Skola's Auto Repair has reasonable prices, but it can be difficult to get an appointment. Steve, one of Kate's friends, had a very poor experience with Skola's. However, once he complained to them, they fixed the situation and now he prefers their auto repair shop over others.
Refer to Scenario 7.1. A dissatisfied Skola's Auto Repair customer told a friend about his experience. The friend has been a long-time Skola's customer and the next day, didn't remember what he told her. This is an example of

• A) perceptive perception.
• B) selective exposure.
• C) selective distortion.
• D) receptive exposure.
• E) selective retention.

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Definitions:

Right Hemisphere

The right hemisphere of the brain is responsible for spatial abilities, recognizing faces, visual imagery, and processing music, often associated with holistic thought processing.

Skills

The ability to do something well, usually gained through training or experience.

Radiation

The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles, especially high-energy particles which cause ionization.