In a dichotomized construct, when people select the high-risk, high-reward alternative, they are:

a. extending their construct system.
b. limiting their construct system.
c. fitting themselves into another person's construct system.
d. reinforcing their existing construct system.


ANS: A
FEEDBACK: The secure choice, which is similar to past choices, further defines and limits our construct system by repeating experiences and events, whereas the more adventurous choice extends our construct system by encompassing new experiences and events.

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