Consider the Following Graphic Results from a 2 2 Factorial

question 103

Multiple Choice

Consider the following graphic results from a 2 2 factorial experiment. These results show _________.

• A) there are no significant main effects or interaction effects
• B) there is a significant main effect for factor A , no other significant effects
• C) there is a significant main effect for factor B , no other significant effects
• D) there is a significant interaction effect, no other significant effects

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A state of conflict or discomfort experienced when holding contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Attribution

The process by which individuals explain the causes of behavior and events.

Attitude

A psychological construct representing an individual’s degree of like or dislike for an item, which influences their reactions and decisions.

Zimbardo's Research

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