In Comparison to People with Low Self-Esteem, Cognitive Dissonance Theory

question 28

Multiple Choice

In comparison to people with low self-esteem, cognitive dissonance theory suggests that persons with high self-esteem are ________ likely to experience dissonance if they hurt someone and ________ likely to derogate a victim whom they have hurt.

• A) more; more
• B) less; less
• C) more; less
• D) less; more

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Definitions:

Fixed Interval

A reinforcement schedule that rewards the first response following the passage of a specified time interval.

Variable Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, leading to a steady rate of response.

Fixed Ratio

In operant conditioning, a schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses.

Latent Learning

Latent learning is the subconscious retention of information without reinforcement or immediate application, which becomes evident when a specific situation triggers it.