You Have Observed That There Is More Litter Around Signs

question 30

Multiple Choice

You have observed that there is more litter around signs that say "$500 fine for littering" than around signs that say "Please keep our state clean." What social psychological theory would you use to explain this observation?

• A) Reactance theory
• B) Cognitive dissonance theory
• C) Attitude inoculation theory
• D) Elaboration likelihood model

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