Statements like "What are the odds of that ever happening" are consistent with ____________

a. decision affect theory c. temporal discounting
b. dynamic inconsistency d. fast-and-frugal strategies


Answer: c

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A. identity diffusion B. identity foreclosed C. moratorium D. identity achievement

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