According to Dissonance Theory, as the External Justifications for Performing

question 33

Multiple Choice

According to dissonance theory, as the external justifications for performing an act decrease, the need to find internal justifications for performing the act tends to:

• A) decrease
• B) increase
• C) remain the same
• D) decrease rapidly, followed by a gradual increase

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Definitions:

Chattel Mortgage

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Conditional Sales Contract

An agreement where the buyer takes possession of an item but its formal title and ownership remain with the seller until all terms of the contract are fulfilled.

Purchase Money Securities Interest

A legal claim that allows lenders to have a security interest in an item that was purchased with the funds they provided.

Security

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