According to Bargh 1997), situations can automatically cue certain motives, directly influencing behavior. This auto-motive concept harkens back to which metaphor first described in Chapter 1?
A) People as passive aggressors
B) People as cognitive misers
C) People as activated actors
D) None of the above

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The auto-motive concept described by Bargh (1997) aligns with the metaphor of "people as activated actors" previously introduced in Chapter 1. This metaphor suggests that people are active, goal-directed individuals who respond to situational cues and strive to achieve their desired outcomes.

According to Bargh 1997), Situations Can Automatically Cue Certain Motives