The so-called "planning fallacy" is probably a result of the fact that people adopt a(n) ____

a. optimistic mindset when setting goals, but a realistic mindset when striving toward goals
b. pessimistic mindset when setting goals
c. optimistic mindset when setting goals
d. optimistic mindset when striving toward goals

D

Psychology

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Classical conditioning is to _____ as operant conditioning is to _____

a) Pavlov; Skinner b) Skinner; Pavlov c) Pavlov; Watson d) Watson; Pavlov

Psychology

Which of the following statements is true of catharsis?

A) It helps alleviate some of the forces assaulting the ego. B) It magnifies the forces that assault the superego. C) It supports defensive behavior in a person. D) It helps a person repress his or her sadness.

Psychology