After Giving the Matter a Great Deal of Thought, Iris

question 114

Multiple Choice

After giving the matter a great deal of thought, Iris declared chemistry rather than physics as her major. Having made this decision, she went out and had a good time with her classmates, who reminded her what a great friend she was. At that point, Iris was able to look at her choice and see both its pros and cons without glamorizing it. Her behavior can best be explained by the concept of

• A) self-perception.
• B) cognitive dissonance.
• C) impression management.
• D) self-affirmation.

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Definitions:

Associative Learning

The process by which an individual learns the connection between two stimuli or events, often leading to the formation of habits or preferences.

Observational Learning

The process of acquiring knowledge and skills by observing and imitating the actions of others, without direct instruction.

Cognitive Transfer

The process where learning in one context enhances or influences learning and performance in another context.

Visual Learning

A learning style where information is best understood and retained through visual means like diagrams, charts, and videos.