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In a classic study, research participants did an extremely boring task and were then paid either $1 or $20 to tell someone else that it was interesting. When their actual attitudes toward the task were later measured, __________.

A) consistent with cognitive dissonance theory, participants paid $20 thought the task was more interesting than did participants paid $1
B) consistent with cognitive dissonance theory, participants paid $1 thought the task was more interesting than did participants paid $20
C) contrary to cognitive dissonance theory, participants paid $20 thought the task was more interesting than did participants paid $1
D) contrary to cognitive dissonance theory, participants paid $1 thought the task was more interesting than did participants paid $20

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals experience discomfort (dissonance) when they hold conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or values and are motivated to reduce this discomfort.

Boring Task

A task that is perceived as monotonous and uninteresting, often leading to decreased motivation and attention.

Actual Attitudes

The genuine beliefs and feelings an individual holds towards objects, people, or concepts, as opposed to expressed or professed attitudes.

  • Gain insight into how cognitive dissonance influences changes in attitude and behavior.
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