Which of the Following Research on Cognitive Dissonance Processes Could

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following research on cognitive dissonance processes could MOST clearly be considered the first empirical demonstrations of what phenomenon?

• A) Freud's contention that psychological defenses substantially influence thoughts and behavior
• B) James's contention that self-esteem is an important motivational force
• C) the idea that people will sometimes go against the fundamental motive for self-consistency
• D) the idea that people are driven to make sense of the relationships between people and objects in their environment

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Definitions:

Pure Monopolist

A market structure where a single company exclusively controls the entire supply of a product or service without any competition.

MR = MC Output

The optimal output level for a firm where marginal revenue (MR) equals marginal cost (MC), commonly used to maximize profit.

Maximizing Profits

Maximizing profits is the process by which a firm adjusts its production and operational strategies to achieve the highest possible financial gain.

Reduce Output

A decision or strategy to decrease the quantity of goods or services produced by a company or economy.