Jodie is a member of a jury that is trying to decide whether to award a plaintiff $5,000 or $10,000 in damages. While most of the jury favours the smaller award, Jodie favours the larger one. Jodie is the last to respond when the foreman polls the jury. What would make Jodie most likely to maintain her own view?

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If one other juror votes for the larger award, Jodie may feel more confident and supported in her opinion. This may give her the courage to stand by her belief even if the majority disagrees. The other options (A, C, and D) do not directly relate to Jodie's personal conviction and are less likely to influence her decision.

Jodie Is a Member of a Jury That Is Trying