Mark Has a Strong Preference for Honda Over All Other

question 57

Multiple Choice

Mark has a strong preference for Honda over all other car brands.When it came time to buy a new car, Mark finds that Nissan has released a new car that is more desirable to him, so he buys the Nissan.According to the research described in the textbook, why would this scenario increase dissonance in the wake of Mark's attitude-inconsistent behavior?

• A) The behavior was based on introspection.
• B) The behavior is irrational.
• C) The behavior has long-term consequences that are unpredictable.
• D) The behavior is freely chosen.

Comprehend the concept of desensitization to violence due to media exposure and its implications on societal norms.

Recognize the significance of observational learning in personal and development contexts.

Analyze the impact of inconsistencies between verbal messages and actions in learning and behavior modification.

Acknowledge the importance and application of behavior modeling in training and development settings.

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