John is considering buying a new car.It's important to him that the car has Bluetooth.If the car he looks at doesn't have Bluetooth, then he will not consider it for purchase.This is an example of a __________ mechanism.
A) decision criteria
B) quality
C) non-compensatory
D) compensatory

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This is an example of a non-compensatory mechanism because John has a strict requirement (Bluetooth) that cannot be compensated for by other features. If the car lacks Bluetooth, he will not consider it, regardless of its other attributes.

John Is Considering Buying a New Car