On Monday, you want to start your exercise program on Saturday. When Saturday arrives, you spend your time watching college football and do not exercise. This behavior is an example of:
A) negative discounting.
B) egocentrism.
C) time inconsistency.
D) neo-foresight.

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Time inconsistency refers to the tendency of people to change their plans or preferences over time, especially when it comes to present versus future desires or outcomes. In this scenario, the intention to start exercising on Saturday is overridden by the immediate desire to watch college football, illustrating a common form of time inconsistency where present actions do not align with past intentions for future behavior.

On Monday, You Want to Start Your Exercise Program on Saturday