Reid wants to find the perfect gift for his parents' 50th wedding anniversary. He started looking for the gift last month and expects to spend another couple of months if needed to find a gift they both will like. Reid is engaging in:
A)limited problem solving.
B)routine response behaviour.
C)simulated selection.
D)extended problem solving.

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The fact that Reid has been searching for the gift for a month and expects to spend more time indicates that he is engaging in extended problem solving, which involves a high level of information search and evaluation of alternatives. Reid wants to find the perfect gift for his parents, which also implies a high level of involvement, making extended problem solving the most appropriate choice.

Reid Wants to Find the Perfect Gift for His Parents