Cory will be delivering a speech to a group of university students about how changes in their lifestyles can drastically reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. He decides to begin his message by saying "Did you know you could reduce the risk of developing diabetes with a few simple changes in your lifestyle? Let me tell you how." In this scenario, it is evident that Cory is trying to

Ben got caught writing on the wall with crayon. His father calls him a "bad boy." Knowing he is

bad, Ben dunks his sister's doll in the toilet. Ben's behavior is an example of self-ful?lling prophecy. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

While visiting her parents on a break from school Melinda doesn't pay attention to much of what they say. She lets much of their communication just come in one ear and out the other without her ever listening. However, when her mother mentions going shopping to get some new clothes and good novels for Melinda to take back to school, Melinda listens attentively. This is an example of __________

a. defensive listening b. prejudgment c. selective listening d. mindless listening e. pseudolistening