In one study, participants were shown a neutral photo or a photo to prime money and then given a piece of chocolate to eat. They were observed, timed, and rated in terms of how much they seemed to enjoy the chocolate. Findings show that
A) being primed with money decreased enjoyment of the chocolate.
B) being primed with money increased enjoyment of the chocolate.
C) chocolate resulted in positive feelings regardless of the prime condition.
D) being primed with money led participants to inquire as to the cost of the chocolate.
E) being primed with money increased the amount of time it took participants to eat the chocolate.
Answer: A
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