Which of the Following Statements Is True of Post-Decision Dissonance

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of post-decision dissonance?

• A) It occurs especially when motivation, ability, and opportunity (MAO) are low.
• B) It requires low involvement from a consumer.
• C) It occurs when consumers perceive a favorable comparison between two chosen options.
• D) It reduces when there is a search for additional information from sources such as experts.
• E) It increases due to an increase in confirmation bias.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A section of the brain that is critical for emotion processing, fear responses, and memory.

Capgras Syndrome

A psychological condition where a person believes that someone they know or love has been replaced by an imposter, despite recognition of physical attributes.

Emotional Response

The psychological and physiological reactions to stimuli that are perceived as emotionally relevant.

Cognitive Control

Using rational thinking to regulate one’s emotions and to control how one reacts to emotional feelings.