Dissonance Theory Suggests That People ________ Their Attitudes as a Result

question 20

Multiple Choice

Dissonance theory suggests that people ________ their attitudes as a result of dissonance,whereas self-perception theory suggests that people ________ their attitudes from observing their behaviors.

• A) infer; change
• B) change; infer
• C) strengthen; weaken
• D) weaken; strengthen

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Definitions:

"You" Attitude

A communication perspective that focuses on and prioritizes the audience’s interests, needs, and preferences.

Poorly Written

Describes a piece of writing that lacks clarity, coherence, grammar, or proper structure, making it difficult to understand.

Professional

Pertaining to someone who engages in a particular occupation for pay or as a means of livelihood; exhibits qualities that are characteristic of a profession.

Positive Emphasis

The act of focusing on the positive aspects of a situation or piece of information, often to encourage or motivate.