____________ Holds That,when Dealing with Competing Theories,the Simplest One Should

question 40

Multiple Choice

____________ holds that,when dealing with competing theories,the simplest one should be chosen.

• A)Skepticism
• B)Ambiguity
• C)The principle of parsimony
• D)Critical thinking

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological unease felt when a person simultaneously maintains conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values.

Consideration Set

A group of brands or products a consumer considers as options when making a purchase decision.

Extended Problem Solving

A consumer decision-making process employed when purchasing complex or expensive products, involving extensive information gathering and evaluation.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state experienced by an individual when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values, often resulting in discomfort and the motivation to reduce the inconsistency.