Lisa considers herself a supporter of the local

economy and utilizes foreign labor to make her products, but was just told by an associate that her choice is hurting the local economy. Lisa is upset about this realization. What she is experiencing can be described as cognitive dissonance.

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.


Answer: TRUE

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What will be an ideal response?

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According to the textbook, maps show how things work and

photographs show reality. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Our ability to process information is at _____ words per minute while the rate at which information is spoken is 125 words per minute

a. 200-400 b. 600-800 c. 40-90 d. 10-30

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Brent knows that his persuasive speech on helping flood victims from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has to be emotional to motivate his audience to assist. Brent shows pictures of several homes that were destroyed, and he quotes several residents talking about how difficult their lives have become and how they have suffered since the massive floods in 2016. Brent is hoping to use these images and words to appeal to ________ as part of his use of pathos.

A. anger B. sadness C. disgust D. fear

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