Jim just received an "A" on his statistics exam. While he is still happy about this, a classmate asks to borrow his lecture notes. According to research on emotion-based appeals for compliance, why is Jim likely to comply with this request?

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According to research on emotion-based appeals for compliance, Jim is likely to comply with the request because it will seem less threatening to him and granting the request will help him sustain his good mood. Additionally, Jim may also feel a sense of guilt if he does not comply, making him more likely to do so. Therefore, both option A and C are correct.

Jim Just Received an "A" on His Statistics Exam