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What is advised when encountering the wicked construction of scarcity plus competition?
What is advised when encountering the wicked construction of scarcity plus competition?
- Act impulsively and purchase the scarce item immediately.
- Ignore the scarcity and competition factors.
- Question heightened arousal for things. (correct)
- Avoid thinking altogether.
Do scarce items actually perform better than readily available items?
Do scarce items actually perform better than readily available items?
- Only in specific cases.
- It depends on the individual's perception.
- Yes, because of their limited availability.
- No, they do not taste, feel, sound, ride, or work any better. (correct)
What should one consider when deciding to acquire a scarce item, according to the text?
What should one consider when deciding to acquire a scarce item, according to the text?
- The price of the item.
- The popularity of the item.
- How quickly it is selling out.
- Whether it is rare or has utility. (correct)
What is one way advertisers use scarcity to influence consumers?
What is one way advertisers use scarcity to influence consumers?
In which situation is psychological reactance most likely to occur?
In which situation is psychological reactance most likely to occur?
How can one defend against the negative effects of scarcity and competition?
How can one defend against the negative effects of scarcity and competition?
People tend to assign more value to things and opportunities when they are _____ available.
People tend to assign more value to things and opportunities when they are _____ available.
What gimmicks are used by compliance professionals to convince individuals that access to what they are offering is restricted?
What gimmicks are used by compliance professionals to convince individuals that access to what they are offering is restricted?
How does scarcity impact decision-making, as mentioned in the text?
How does scarcity impact decision-making, as mentioned in the text?
What is the main purpose of using scarcity tactics like 'limited number' and 'deadline' according to the text?
What is the main purpose of using scarcity tactics like 'limited number' and 'deadline' according to the text?
How does scarcity influence the perception of product quality, based on the information provided?
How does scarcity influence the perception of product quality, based on the information provided?
In what way can individuals defend against the negative impacts of scarcity on decision-making?
In what way can individuals defend against the negative impacts of scarcity on decision-making?
What is a key finding about scarcity according to the text?
What is a key finding about scarcity according to the text?
How does scarcity influence desire for sexual information or material?
How does scarcity influence desire for sexual information or material?
What does the text suggest about giving freedoms according to James C. Davies?
What does the text suggest about giving freedoms according to James C. Davies?
How does competition affect the desire for scarce resources?
How does competition affect the desire for scarce resources?
What is the lesson for persons in authority regarding granting freedoms?
What is the lesson for persons in authority regarding granting freedoms?
How does newly experienced scarcity compare to constant scarcity?
How does newly experienced scarcity compare to constant scarcity?
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Study Notes
Scarcity and Influence
- Advertisers often use the scarcity tactic to influence people's buying decisions, creating a sense of urgency and competition.
- Extreme alertness is advised when encountering scarcity tactics, as they can hinder our ability to think critically.
- To defend against scarcity tactics, it's essential to question our heightened arousal and distinguish between rarity and utility.
Characteristics of Scarcity
- Less is often perceived as more valuable, as people assign more value to things and opportunities when they are less available.
- The "limited number" and "limited time" tactics are used to create a sense of scarcity and increase the attractiveness of a thing or event.
- Scarce things do not inherently have more value or utility, but are perceived as such due to their limited availability.
Optimal Conditions for Scarcity
- Scarcity is more powerful when it's newly experienced, as people see a thing as more appealing when it recently has become less available.
- The feeling of being in competition for scarce resources is a powerful influence, making people want the same item more when it's scarce.
Psychological Reactance
- Censorship of information or ideas can lead to more belief in those ideas, as people value limited information and exclusive information is more persuasive.
- Limitations on access to information or resources can lead to higher desire for those things.
Defence Against Scarcity
- Be sensitive to and question heightened arousal for things.
- Distinguish between rarity and utility when evaluating the value of a thing or event.
- Recognize the optimal conditions for scarcity, including new scarcity and competition for scarce resources.
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