The Optimal Collective Decision Rule _____

question 6

Multiple Choice

The optimal collective decision rule _____.

• A)will be 100 percent if collective decision-making costs are high
• B)will be simple majority rule if external costs are extremely large
• C)has declining external costs as voting rule moves from unanimity
• D)is likely to be less than majority rule

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Definitions:

Unconscious Influences

Factors operating below an individual's level of conscious awareness that can affect thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Traits

Enduring characteristics or tendencies that influence behavior across various situations and over time.

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies used unconsciously by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety and unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Positive Reinforcement

A method in behavioral psychology that involves rewarding a behavior to increase the likelihood of its recurrence.