Question

1. select the sentence that explains the best way to resist the desire for reward.

a. many resisted the marshmallow for a few minutes, but eventually gave in to the temptation. b. there are some fun videos of children trying to resist the temptation, showing all kinds of behaviors to avoid eating the marshmallow: some children sniff it and even lick it, but then sit on their hands or turn away so they cant touch or see the tempting sweet. c. the key to resisting temptation in order to receive a larger reward after a delay appears to be the ability to divert attention away from the tantalizing present reward.

Explanation:

To determine the best way to resist the desire for reward, we analyze each option:

• Option A describes people giving in to temptation eventually, not explaining a way to resist.
• Option B describes various behaviors children use to avoid eating the marshmallow but doesn't identify the best way; it just lists actions.
• Option C states that the key to resisting temptation for a larger delayed reward is diverting attention from the present reward, which explains the best strategy.

Answer:

C. The key to resisting temptation in order to receive a larger reward after a delay appears to be the ability to divert attention away from the tantalizing present reward.