In a dichotomized construct, the alternative that people select is determined by:
a. its similarity to one's past experiences.
c. how well it predicts the outcome of future events.
b. its compatibility to other primary constructs formed by a person.
d. one's subconscious motives and desires.
ANS: C
FEEDBACK: According to the dichotomy corollary, each construct has two opposing poles. For every situation one must choose the alternative that works best for themselves, the one that allows them to anticipate or predict the outcome of future events.
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