Once You Have Publicly Committed Yourself to a Belief, There

question 301

Multiple Choice

Once you have publicly committed yourself to a belief, there is a strong need to maintain consistency and even to convince others so there will be added proof that you were correct in your belief, according to the

• A)frustration-aggression hypothesis.
• B)fundamental attribution theory.
• C)theory of groupthink.
• D)cognitive dissonance theory.

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Definitions:

Utility Function

A mathematical representation used in economics to model preferences and satisfaction obtained from consuming goods and services.

Berries

Small, pulpy, and often edible fruits, typically round, brightly colored, sweet or sour, and do not have a stone or pit, although many seeds may be present.

Nuts

Edible seeds of certain plants, enclosed in a hard shell, and often consumed as a nutrient-rich food.

Utility Function

Represents the satisfaction or welfare an individual obtains from consuming goods and services, indicating preferences over various bundles of goods.