According to Balance Theory,which of the Following Best Explains Why

question 27

Multiple Choice

According to balance theory,which of the following best explains why one only has to be liked,not an expert,in order to be convincing?

• A) Experts are usually not convincing because they talk in an incomprehensible language.
• B) Experts are usually not convincing because they are not seen as trustworthy.
• C) People tend to agree with those whom they like in order to preserve cognitive consistency.
• D) People tend to undermine the expertise of those whom they like.

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Definitions:

Panic Disorder

Recurrent attacks of overwhelming anxiety that usually occur suddenly and unexpectedly.

Compulsion

The psychological need to perform certain behaviors repeatedly or according to certain rules, often against one’s own wishes.

Obsession

A persistent, intrusive, and unwanted thought, urge, or image that causes significant anxiety or distress.

Behavior

Any overt (observable) response or activity by an organism.