Automatic, Unthinking Consistency Is a Dangerous Thing

Multiple Choice

Automatic, unthinking consistency is a dangerous thing. Yet, in Influence, it was stated that many times we find it attractive. Why?

A) It offers one shortcut to use in deciding how to behave when we don't have the time to examine all the evidence.
B) Because we have a deep-seated need for occasional danger.
C) Because even unthinking consistency is preferable to emotional responding.
D) None of the above.