Self-Perception Theory Is More Applicable to Situations in Which People's

question 11

Multiple Choice

Self-perception theory is more applicable to situations in which people's attitudes are initially _____, while cognitive dissonance theory is more applicable to situations in which people's attitudes are initially _____.

• A)clear, salient, and strong; vague, ambiguous, and weak
• B)negative; positive
• C)positive; negative
• D)vague, ambiguous, and weak; clear, salient, and strong

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Definitions:

Valence

The intrinsic attractiveness or aversiveness of an event, object, or situation.

Alderfer's ERG Theory

A motivational theory proposed by Clayton Alderfer that categorizes human needs into three groups: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth, suggesting that more than one need may motivate at the same time.

Motivated

A state of being driven or inspired to achieve something.

Demotivated

A state of reduced motivation, often characterized by a lack of enthusiasm or interest in tasks.