According to Dissonance Theory,people Are Likely to ________ When They

question 121

Multiple Choice

According to dissonance theory,people are likely to ________ when they experience cognitive inconsistency,and they will be motivated to ________.

• A) learn faster; restructure their cognitions as a result
• B) think illogically; become more logical by central route thinking
• C) feel tension; reduce tension by reducing inconsistency
• D) act irrationally; seek rational solutions

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Definitions:

Practical Intelligence

The aspect of intelligence that involves the ability to solve everyday problems through skilled reasoning that relies on tacit knowledge.

Everyday Intelligence

Practical intelligence that relates to daily life skills and the ability to adapt to everyday challenges.

Sternberg

Refers to Robert Sternberg, an American psychologist best known for his theory on intelligence and creativity, which includes the Triarchic Theory of Intelligence.

Average IQ Score

A statistical measure that represents the intelligence quotient of a person, where the norm is typically set at a score of 100.