Don Went to Three Different Dances This Past Week

question 210

Multiple Choice

Don went to three different dances this past week. Prior to this, he had a slightly negative attitude towards dancing, but after observing his behaviour, he starts to conclude that he must in fact enjoy it, otherwise he wouldn't have attended so many dances. This change in Don's attitude is most consistent with the predictions of

• A)social identity theory
• B)cognitive dissonance theory
• C)the theory of planned behaviour
• D)self-perception theory

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Definitions:

Continuous

Referring to processes or operations that proceed without interruption or breaks.

Intermittent

Occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.

Social Recognition

Acknowledgment or appreciation of an individual's presence, achievements, or status by others within a social or professional group.

Informal Acknowledgement

Recognition or appreciation of an individual's efforts or achievements in a casual, non-official manner.