Brian believes that he can get a better deal when buying his first bike.This is because he believes that if he conducts an extensive search for information and tries to use this information when negotiating his purchase, he will definitely be able to strike a better deal.This is an example of:
A)an external locus of control.
B)limited problem solving.
C)an internal locus of control.
D)ritual consumption.
E)extended problem solving.

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Brian's belief that his actions and efforts (extensive search for information and negotiation) will directly influence the outcome (getting a better deal on a bike) exemplifies an internal locus of control. This concept refers to the perception that one has control over the events in their life through their own actions.

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