At a dinner party, Marcia spilled wine on her boss's Persian rug. If Marcia is like most social psychologists who study construals, what will she ask herself in predicting how her boss will respond?
a. How much does the rug cost?
b. Did anyone witness the spill?
c. Will my boss think I am drunk?
d. Is my boss a gracious hostess?
Answer: C
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