According to Cognitive Dissonance Theory, If Selena Has Just Volunteered

question 171

Multiple Choice

According to cognitive dissonance theory, if Selena has just volunteered to give a presentation to her classmates about the importance of practising safe sex at all times, then - at least in the immediate future - what best describes her likely behaviour?

• A)She will be more likely to practise safe sex herself.
• B)She will be more likely to believe that practising safe sex is important.
• C)She will be more likely to practise safe sex herself AND more likely to believe that practising safe sex is important.
• D)She will NOT be more likely to practise safe sex herself and will NOT be more likely to believe that practising safe sex is important.

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