In a 2007 Study in a Local Train in the Netherlands

question 128

Multiple Choice

In a 2007 study in a local train in the Netherlands researchers were interested in how individuals reacted to insults. The results indicated:

• A) insulted participants with a strong belief in honor displayed more anger, less joy, and less fear than those with a weak belief.
• B) insulted participants with a strong belief in manners displayed more anger, more joy, and more fear than those with a weak belief.
• C) insulted participants with a weak belief in honor displayed more anger, less joy, and less fear than those with a strong belief.
• D) insulted participants with a weak belief in manner displayed more anger, more joy, and more fear than those with a strong belief.

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