Understanding Happiness and Wealth

What is a common misconception about money and happiness?

• Money guarantees lifelong happiness

• Money has no effect on happiness

• More money always leads to more happiness

• Money only brings happiness to the wealthy

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According to research, what has been a rising priority among college students since the 1960s?

• Engaging in social activities

• Being very well off financially

• Focusing on academic achievements

• Developing a meaningful philosophy of life

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What trend is observed in the importance of financial success over time among students?

• It has remained constant

• It has increased

• It has decreased

• It fluctuates without a clear trend

What does the study by Kahneman and Deaton reveal about the relationship between income and happiness?

• Happiness increases indefinitely with income

• Happiness decreases as income increases

• Happiness stops increasing (plateaus) at a certain income level

At what income level does happiness tend to plateau, according to the study discussed?

• $75,000

• $50,000

• $100,000

• $125,000

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What is the effect of materialism on life satisfaction according to the research?

• It leads to a decrease in life satisfaction

• It has no noticeable effect

• It significantly improves life satisfaction

• It varies greatly between individuals

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What does the negative correlation between materialism and life satisfaction suggest?

• Life satisfaction causes materialism

• Materialistic people are less satisfied with life

• Materialistic people are usually happier

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