Which of the following is a hypothesis discussed in your textbook to explain the relative satisfaction maximizers tend to get from their decisions compared to satisficers?
A) Maximizers invest more in their decisions, so they expect more from the outcomes.
B) Maximizers are natural optimists, so they always see the best in everything.
C) Maximizers tend to display belief perseverance, and ignore evidence that conflicts with their expectations.
D) Maximizers prefer to have fewer choices, which makes it unlikely that the final choice will be "just right."
Answer: A
Rationale: One hypothesis that seeks to explain the dissatisfaction of maximizers suggests that maximizers invest more in the decision, so they expect more from the outcome.
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