When they are not keeping track of how much they are eating (e.g., when they are intoxicated or emotionally absorbed in a television show), ____.
A) both dieters and non-dieters eat more than they would otherwise
B) dieters eat more than they would otherwise, but non-dieters eat the same as they would otherwise
C) dieters eat the same amount as they would otherwise, but non-dieters eat more than they would otherwise
D) both dieters and non-dieters eat the same amount as they would otherwise

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Research suggests that when people are not actively monitoring how much they eat, such as when they are distracted or under the influence of alcohol, they tend to overeat regardless of whether they are dieters or non-dieters. Therefore, both groups tend to consume more than they would otherwise.

When They Are Not Keeping Track of How Much They