Which of the Following Phenomena Is Best Explained by Cognitive

question 389

Multiple Choice

Which of the following phenomena is best explained by cognitive dissonance theory?

• A) group polarization
• B) the foot-in-the-door phenomenon
• C) normative social influence
• D) informational social influence

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