Stephen is an adolescent boy who is trying to decide which bicycle to purchase. What is he most likely to do?
A) Buy the bike that a friend says is the best.
B) Buy the bike with the most commercials during his favorite television show.
C) Buy a larger version of his previous bike.
D) Buy the bike that is rated best by a large sample of buyers.

Question

Stephen is an adolescent boy who is trying to decide which bicycle to purchase. What is he most likely to do?
A) ​Buy the bike that a friend says is the best.
B) ​Buy the bike with the most commercials during his favorite television show.
C) ​Buy a larger version of his previous bike.
D) ​Buy the bike that is rated best by a large sample of buyers.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Adolescents are more likely to be influenced by peer opinions and ratings. Therefore, Stephen is more likely to choose the bike that is rated best by a large sample of buyers rather than being swayed by a friend or TV commercials.

Stephen Is an Adolescent Boy Who Is Trying to Decide