Contrast normative and descriptive theories of decision making
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Normative or prescriptive theories tell us how we should make decisions based on the weighting of relevant factors and rational choices. Descriptive theories, on the other hand, are based on how we actually make decisions.
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a) uniformity b) tabula rasa c) taxona d) postnatal void e) ultimate variation
Your textbook discusses—in some detail—the research by Choo and her colleagues on the breakup of romantic relationships. This research showed that
a. men and women had fairly similar emotional reactions to the breakup. b. men were more likely than women to feel a sense of relief and happiness following the breakup. c. men were more likely than women to have anticipated the breakup, but they were still more depressed after the breakup. d. men were more likely than women to use alcohol or drugs after the breakup.