Ruby believes that ice cream is fattening and therefore tries to avoid the temptation of eating it. Which of the following best describes the relationship between Ruby and ice cream?
A) The ice cream is purely a product (P₁).
B) The ice cream is a fantasy (F₁) for Ruby.
C) The ice cream is an attitude object (Aₒ) because of Ruby's feelings toward the product.
D) Ruby would likely have a positive attitude toward an advertisement (Aₐd) that showed someone eating ice cream.

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The relationship between Ruby and ice cream is best described as an attitude object (Aₒ) because Ruby has a specific attitude (believing it is fattening) towards the product. Option A is incorrect because ice cream is not just a product to Ruby. Option B is incorrect because ice cream is a real tangible product, not merely a fantasy. Option D is incorrect because Ruby's positive attitude towards an advertisement showing someone eating ice cream is not mentioned in the scenario.

Ruby Believes That Ice Cream Is Fattening and Therefore Tries