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Lianna Spano
on Oct 16, 2024
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Which of the following is a similarity between the cognitive dissonance theory and self-perception theory?
A) Both theories suggest that behavior can change attitudes.
B) Both theories suggest that when attitude changes, behavior changes too.
C) Both theories suggest that attitude remains constant while behavior changes.
D) Both theories suggest that individuals should change their behavior to fit their attitude.
Cognitive Dissonance Theory
A psychological theory suggesting that individuals experience discomfort when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, leading them to alter attitudes or behaviors.
Self-perception Theory
A theory suggesting that individuals develop their attitudes and feelings by observing their own behavior and concluding what attitudes must have caused it.
Attitude Changes
Alterations in an individual's outlook, opinions, or feelings towards various aspects of their environment or themselves, often as a result of experiences or new information.
- Gain insight into the basic principles of cognitive dissonance and how it influences attitudes and behaviors.
- Comprehend the process by which behaviors impact attitudes according to self-perception theory.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the basic principles of cognitive dissonance and how it influences attitudes and behaviors.
- Comprehend the process by which behaviors impact attitudes according to self-perception theory.