Antecedents - Do They Work?
For this quiz, we will give you examples of antecedents and you should click whether or not you think they’ll work for the majority of people. So, they aren't right or wrong per say, just typical.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Are computer messages that say "click here if you've read" effective for getting you to read the terms and conditions?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
Most people would say that clicking doesn't influence them to read all of the terms and conditions.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Are notices on bulletin boards likely to influence behavior?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
Most people would say that they don't read notices on bulletin boards and they often have very outdated information posted.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Is information about when garbage will be collected likely to influence behavior?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
Most people would say that they put out their garbage based on this antecedent.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Is email likely to influence behavior?
- A.
It's as good as face to face
- B.
It's as good as over the phone
- C.
It's as good as face to face or phone
- D.
It's the least effective at influencing behavior
Correct Answer
D. It's the least effective at influencing behaviorExplanation
Research suggests that email is less effective at influencing behavior than phone or face to face.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Are company values on a poster good at influencing behavior?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
Most people vote that company values written on a poster don't have much influence on their behavior.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Is the fuel gauge in your car likely to influence your behavior?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
Most people vote that the fuel gauge, or at least the light, influences their behavior because they might run out of gas.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Is flight information (e.g., gate, time) likely to influence behavior?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
Flight information, such as gate and time, is likely to influence behavior because it provides crucial details that passengers need to navigate the airport and plan their travel accordingly. Knowing the gate number allows passengers to locate their departure area, while the flight time helps them manage their schedule and avoid missing the flight. Additionally, flight information can influence behavior by creating a sense of urgency or prompting passengers to take specific actions, such as rushing to the gate or adjusting their plans. Therefore, flight information plays a significant role in shaping passenger behavior.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Is a recipe likely to influence behavior?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
Yes, because following the recipe will make it more likely your food will turn out well.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Is a red stoplight likely to influence behavior?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
Yes, because not following the antecedent could likely lead to a car accident.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Do people always follow posted speed signs when there are no other cars around?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
No, people sometimes speed when there are no other cars around.Rate this question:
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