In one study participants were shown a neutral photo or a photo to prime money and then given a piece of chocolate to eat. They were observed, timed, and rated in terms of how much they seemed to enjoy the chocolate. Findings show that
A) being primed with money decreased the amount of time people spent eating the chocolate.
B) being primed with money increased the amount of time people spent eating the chocolate.
C) chocolate resulted in positive feelings regardless of the prime condition.
D) being primed with money led participants to inquire as to the cost of the chocolate.
E) being primed with money increased their level of enjoyment.
Question 2
Wealth may diminish our happiness by
A) taking away our capacity to savor and enjoy the little pleasures of life.
B) allowing us to buy material goods we do not need.
C) allowing us to have peace of mind about health care.
D) taking away our ability to manage our own finances.
E) encouraging rampant consumerism.
Results of the study by Laruelle et al. (1996)
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