According to Cognitive Dissonance Theory, Which of the Following Advocates

question 71

Multiple Choice

According to cognitive dissonance theory, which of the following advocates of managed care services for mental health is MOST likely to change his or her attitude?

• A)Jeanette, who is paid $1 for arguing against managed care
• B)Homer, who is paid $50 for arguing against managed care
• C)Belinda, who had to argue against managed care to save her job
• D)Brandon, who has worked for a doctor's office for years and regularly calls managed care companies to arrange payments

---

Definitions:

Ability-achievement Gap

The discrepancy between a person's potential, as indicated by cognitive ability tests, and their actual academic performance.

Higher Career Aspirations

Higher career aspirations refer to ambitious goals or desires in one's professional life, aiming for advancement, higher positions, or significant achievements.

Economic Discrimination

The unequal treatment of individuals based on economic factors, often leading to disparities in job opportunities, wages, and financial services.

Demographics Page

A section, often found on surveys or websites, that collects basic statistical information about individuals, such as age, gender, income, and education.