In the case of ________-based trust, we rationally evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of an authority along the dimensions of ability, integrity, and benevolence.
A) cognition
B) mentor
C) affect
D) emotion
E) disposition

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Cognition-based trust is driven by the authority's "track record." If that track record has shown the authority to be trustworthy, then vulnerability to the authority can be accepted. If that track record is spotty, however, then trust may not be warranted. The track record of an authority can be gauged along three dimensions: ability, benevolence, and integrity.

In the Case of ________-Based Trust, We Rationally Evaluate the Strengths