In Class, You Are Given the Assignment of Writing an Essay

question 7

Multiple Choice

In class, you are given the assignment of writing an essay in favour of raising tuition by 30 percent. You do not agree, but have to write the essay. Later if we ask you about your opinion regarding an increase in tuition, you will

• A)change your opinion in favour of an increase in tuition because of cognitive dissonance
• B)feel even more negative about an increase in tuition because of cognitive dissonance
• C)change your opinion in favour of an increase because of the door-in-the-face technique
• D)not change your opinion at all
• E)feel more against an increase because of group polarization

Understand the concept of a progressive tax system and its impact on income distribution.

Evaluate the fairness and effectiveness of the current tax system and proposed changes.

Identify the major categories of government expenditure and sources of government revenue.

Understand the dynamics and satisfaction levels in abusive relationships.

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