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Whenever two decisions are placed before you, it may be a very interesting form of psychological manipulation.
In this example, this would be called “agenda setting,” where those in power limit the choices available in the minds of the masses - that is to say, they prevent you from realizing ALL your options. I.e. x or y keeps you focused on making a choice rather than contemplating the possibility of answering “z.”
TL;DR
You should read about the faces of power. (futurelearn.com)
Whenever two decisions are placed before you, it may be a very interesting form of psychological manipulation.
In this example, this would be called “agenda setting,” where those in power limit the choices available in the minds of the masses - that is to say, they prevent you from realizing ALL your options. I.e. x or y keeps you focused on making a choice rather than contemplating the possibility of answering “z.”
TL;DR
You should read about the [faces of power.](https://www.futurelearn.com/info/courses/understanding-politics-and-international-relations/0/steps/191067)
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