Based on Early Research by Norman Triplett with Racing Cyclists

question 176

Multiple Choice

Based on early research by Norman Triplett with racing cyclists, we should expect that people who exercise for half an hour on rowing machines at a gym, among other people, would be more likely to ____ than people who exercise for half an hour on a rowing machine in the privacy of their home. ​

• A)burn more calories
• B)burn less calories
• C)feel a sense of accomplishment
• D)feel a sense of failure

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes, especially relating to behavioral decisions and attitude change.

Role Playing

A teaching or therapeutic technique that involves acting out roles or scenarios, often used to practice skills, explore complex situations, or analyze behavior.

Attitude Change

A psychological process in which an individual's feelings, beliefs, and behaviors toward a person, thing, or event (an attitude object) are modified.

Role Playing

A method for learning or therapy involving acting out roles or situations to gain insight or practice behaviors.