The tendency of people to comply with a second, lesser request after refusing a larger one is called the __________ effect.

A. lowball
B. door-in-the-face
C. foot-in-the-door
D. bait-and-switch


Answer: B

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A. The findings are almost completely consistent with Freud's theory. B. The findings support the Freudian prediction about catharsis, but not the prediction about reducing aggression. C. The findings are mixed, sometimes supporting Freud's predictions, sometimes not. D. The findings are almost completely at odds with Freud's theory.

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a. ?learning curve b. ?psychological law c. ?retention curve d. ?study of meaningfulness

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