The term ____ refers to the idea that people are distressed by loss of freedom or loss of options, and that they will seek to reclaim or reassert them.
A) monitoring
B) reactance
C) self-regulation
D) status quo bias

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Reactance refers to the psychological phenomenon where individuals have a negative reaction to efforts that threaten their freedom or autonomy. When people perceive that their freedom or options are being limited or taken away, they may react by seeking to regain control and assert their independence. This can manifest in various ways, such as resistance or defiance towards authority, or even increased desire for the restricted option. The other options (monitoring, self-regulation, and status quo bias) do not specifically relate to this concept.

The Term ____ Refers to the Idea That People Are