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cmoore54

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Which of the following alternatives best describes the explanation given in Influence for our strong desire to be and look consistent?
 
  (a) Consistency is adaptive; that is, most of the time we are better off with a consistent approach to things.
  (b) Most people in desire to remain consistent with themselves.
  (c) Most people see inconsistency as an undesirable trait in others.
  (d) All of the above.
  (e) Only a and c.

Question 2

An experiment done at a horsetrack measured bettors' confidence that their horse would win. Half of the bettors were approached immediately before laying down their bets and the other half were approached immediately after. What was found?
 
  (a) Those approached after their bets were significantly more confident than those approached before.
  (b) Those approached before their bets were significantly more confident than those approached after.
  (c) Both groups were equally confident.
  (d) None of the above.



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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: D

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: A



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