Asked by Noelia Martínez-Voigt on May 28, 2024

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Jackson has a lot to do this weekend, but as he is getting started, an old friend contacts him and they get together for what turns out to be a two-hour breakfast. When talk turns to seeing an early afternoon movie, Jackson figures he might as well since he had already blown most of the morning. Jackson is experiencing ____.

A) counterfactual thinking
B) the self-serving bias
C) counter-regulation
D) the actor/observer bias

Counter-regulation

A psychological phenomenon where individuals abandon self-control efforts after experiencing failure, often leading to over-indulgence.

Early Afternoon Movie

A film screening that takes place in the early part of the afternoon, typically characterized by less audience and a quieter viewing experience.

  • Pinpoint cognitive techniques designed to minimize mental exertion, including understanding the function of a cognitive miser.
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Zybrea KnightJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Jackson is experiencing counter-regulation, often referred to as the "what the heck" effect, where an individual deviates further from their goals after an initial lapse, thinking they have already veered off course.