According to the Tenets of Dissonance Theory, When We Cannot

question 23

Multiple Choice

According to the tenets of dissonance theory, when we cannot find sufficient external justification for acts such as saying something we don't truly believe, we will most likely __________.

• A) deny what we said
• B) seek internal justifications
• C) seek out dissonance
• D) increase the number of dishonest deeds we do

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Definitions:

Long-Term Memory

A type of memory capable of storing information for an extended period, from hours to decades, including facts, experiences, and skills.

Magical Thinking

The tendency to believe that simply having thoughts about an event before it occurs can influence that event.

Person Perception

The process by which individuals form impressions and make judgments about other people's traits and characteristics based on available information.

Counterfactual Thinking

The process of mentally creating alternative versions of actual events to imagine what might have been.