Asked by Cristian Garcia on Jun 11, 2024

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Before flying, Micah researches the types of planes the airline uses, scans the plane for defects as it taxis up to the terminal, and observes the pilot and crew as they come through the airport. He has no experience as a pilot or airplane mechanic. Micah probably has a misguided sense of his

A) postpurchase dissonance.
B) locus of control.
C) reference group identification.
D) attribute sets.
E) social risk.

Locus of Control

A psychological concept referring to the degree to which individuals believe they have control over the events in their lives.

  • Comprehend the origins and varieties of information utilized in the processes of consumer decision-making.
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Tenin CamaraJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Micah's behavior suggests that he has a high internal locus of control, meaning he believes that he has control over the outcomes of his actions and that his efforts can influence those outcomes. However, his lack of expertise in piloting or aircraft mechanics suggests that his sense of control may be misguided or overestimated.