Amir went to the local auto dealership to purchase an inexpensive car advertised in the paper. When he got there, he discovered that the car was no longer available. Nonetheless, he looked at other cars and purchased one that was more expensive

Amir fell victim to the
A) bait-and-switch technique.
B) low-ball technique.
C) door-in-the-face technique.
D) contrast technique.


Answer: A

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