What Distinguishes a Smart Phone Like the One in Figure

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Essay

What distinguishes a smart phone like the one in Figure 1-20 from a cell phone?

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Definitions:

VIE Theory

An organizational theory that explains motivation through three components: valence, instrumentality, and expectancy.

Valence

Refers to how attractive or unattractive an outcome is for a person.

Dissonance

A state of conflict or inconsistency, typically referring to a clash between thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes.

Reinforcement Theory

A concept in psychology that emphasizes the role of reinforcing stimuli in encouraging desired behaviors by increasing the likelihood of their recurrence.