Balance Theory Involves Consistency in One's Thoughts

question 62

Multiple Choice

Balance theory involves consistency in one's thoughts.This is similar to the concept of:

• A)primacy effect.
• B)cognitive dissonance.
• C)sleeper effect.
• D)attribution.

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Definitions:

Convertible

Refers to a financial instrument, like a bond or share, that can be transformed into another form of financial asset, like shares of the company's stock.

Dividends Paid

Dividends paid refer to the portion of a company's earnings that is distributed to shareholders as a reward for their investment.

Nonparticipating Preferred Stock

A type of preferred stock that does not entitle the shareholder to share in the company’s extra earnings beyond the fixed dividend payment.

Cumulative

Referring to a total that increases over time by adding successive amounts.