Self-Discrepancy Theory Is Based on the Premise That

question 18

Multiple Choice

Self-discrepancy theory is based on the premise that:

• A) people are very poor at evaluating self-relevant information
• B) people experience arousal when confronted with information that is discrepant with their self-images
• C) bad moods cause people to misinterpret self-relevant information
• D) gaps between real and possible selves cause cognitive dissonance
• E) gaps between actual and possible selves can lead to emotional difficulty

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