Before flying,Jaden researches the types of planes the airline uses,scans the plane for defects as it taxis up to the terminal,and follows the pilot and crew as they come through the airport.He has no experience as a pilot or airplane mechanic.Jaden probably has a misguided sense of his
A) postpurchase dissonance.
B) locus of control.
C) reference group identification.
D) attribute sets.
E) social risk.

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Jaden's behavior indicates that he believes he can control some aspect of his flying experience by researching the type of planes and checking for defects. This suggests a high internal locus of control, or the belief that one's actions can have an impact on the outcome of a situation. However, his lack of experience as a pilot or mechanic suggests a misguided sense of control, as he may not have the knowledge or expertise needed to truly impact his flying experience in the ways he anticipates.

Before Flying,Jaden Researches the Types of Planes the Airline Uses,scans