Which of the Following Statements Is True About the Difference

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about the difference between self-deceptions and delusions?

• A)Delusions are possible, whereas self-deceptions often are not.
• B)People harboring delusions think about their beliefs occasionally, but people with self-deceptions are constantly preoccupied with their beliefs.
• C)People harboring self-deceptions attempt to convince others of these beliefs, but delusional people do no such thing.
• D)People harboring self-deceptions typically acknowledge that their beliefs may be wrong, but delusional people often are resistant to arguments that contradict their delusions.

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Definitions:

Suggestibility

The degree to which an individual's beliefs, perceptions, or memories can be influenced by external factors such as ideas or misinformation.

Memory Sin

Errors or distortions in the recall of memories, often categorized into specific types such as transience, absent-mindedness, or misattribution.

Misattribution

Misattribution occurs when a memory or idea is mistakenly assigned to the wrong source, often resulting in false or altered memories.

Commission

An instruction, command, or duty given to a person or group of people.