Cognitive Dissonance Theory States That

question 177

Multiple Choice

Cognitive dissonance theory states that

• A) when we are unaware of what our true attitudes are, we infer them by observing our own behavior.
• B) when an inconsistency between attitude and behavior exists, it is unpleasant and we are motivated to reduce or eliminate it.
• C) we are more likely to repeat a behavior if it has been previously associated with a positive outcome.
• D) we are more likely to respond to another person's request when that person is an authority figure than when they are not.

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Definitions:

Materials Cost

The expense incurred to obtain materials required for the production of goods or services.

FIFO Process Cost Method

A method of inventory costing that assumes the first units produced or purchased are the first ones used or sold, standing for "First-In, First-Out."

Finished Goods

Products that have completed the manufacturing process and are ready to be sold to customers.

Work In Process

Partially finished goods that are in various stages of production in a manufacturing company's inventory.