Planning theory makes all of the following claims, EXCEPT:
A) When plans are thwarted, we feel negative emotions such as frustration, anxiety, and stress.
B) As the motivation to reach a social goal increases, the complexity of plans tends to increase as well.
C) The more strategic and complex knowledge a person possesses on a particular topic, the more likely that person is to use complex plans.
D) Communicators who anticipate their partners' responses are more effective than those who do not.
E) When efficiency is more important than politeness, people tend to use more complex plans.

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E) is incorrect because typically, when efficiency is prioritized over politeness, people tend to use simpler, more direct plans rather than more complex ones. Complexity in planning often takes into account nuances and contingencies that might not be as necessary when the goal is to achieve outcomes quickly and efficiently.

Planning Theory Makes All of the Following Claims, EXCEPT