Jerry Bought a New Washing Machine for His Home, but He

question 55

Multiple Choice

Jerry bought a new washing machine for his home, but he has some tension over whether he made the best decision. Which of the following is NOT a strategy Jerry might use to reduce post-purchase dissonance?

• A) rationalize his decision
• B) "sell" friends on the positive features of the washing machine
• C) look for satisfied owners of the washing machine
• D) seek out ads for competitive products he did not choose
• E) seek out ads for the washing machine he chose

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