A Student Completing a Psychology Study Answers Every Question, but Goes

question 13

Multiple Choice

A student completing a psychology study answers every question, but goes through it as quickly as possible. Although the responses mostly make sense, the student clearly did not consider them carefully, and one or two seem problematic. This student would best be described as which of the following?

• A) Utility maximizer
• B) Satisficer
• C) Optimizer

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Definitions:

Lost Jobs

Refers to positions of employment that have been eliminated, often due to economic downturns, technological advancements, or organizational restructuring.

Introversion

A characteristic of individuals who prioritize inner sensations over the influence of the outside world.

Unconscious Cognitive Processes

Mental processes that occur without conscious awareness, influencing perceptions, thoughts, and behaviors.

Irrational

Pertains to thoughts or behaviors that lack reason or logical thinking, often influenced by emotions or unfounded beliefs.