When Our Behaviours Are Inconsistent with Our Values or Beliefs,we

question 11

Multiple Choice

When our behaviours are inconsistent with our values or beliefs,we are not likely to experience cognitive dissonance if

• A) the values are important to us.
• B) we engaged in the behaviour voluntarily.
• C) the beliefs are integral to our self-concepts.
• D) we can point to external justifications for our behaviour.
• E) no one observed the inconsistent behaviour.

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Definitions:

Stockholders' Equity

The remaining value of a company's assets once all liabilities have been subtracted, commonly known as shareholders' equity.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that presents a snapshot of a company’s financial condition at a specific point in time, detailing assets, liabilities, and equity.

Transactions

The act of conducting business, involving the exchange of goods, services, or financial assets in return for money or value.

Stockholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a corporation that remains after deducting its liabilities; represents the ownership interest of shareholders.