Dissonance Reduction Theory Predicts That Once a Person Has Hurt

question 32

Multiple Choice

Dissonance reduction theory predicts that once a person has hurt another, he will be ________ likely to hurt the person again in the future. This explanation is ________ the idea of catharsis.

• A) more; contrary to
• B) less; contrary to
• C) more; consistent with
• D) less; consistent with

---

Definitions:

Pneumatic

In truck technology this term is used mainly to describe chassis air under pressure, as in pneumatic brakes or pneumatic suspension.

Yaw

Vehicle lateral tracking off the intended straight-ahead or turning radius; a vehicle traveling sideways in a skid would be an extreme case of yaw.

Wheelbase

Dimension of a tandem drive axle truck measured between the center of the front axle and the centerline of the tandem bogie. In a two-axle vehicle, it is the distance between the centerline of the front and rear axles.

Directional Stability Control

A vehicle safety system that helps maintain the vehicle's intended direction of travel, typically under adverse conditions.