In Festinger and Carlsmith's (1959) Classic Study on Cognitive Dissonance

question 254

Multiple Choice

In Festinger and Carlsmith's (1959) classic study on cognitive dissonance, participants who were paid $20 for doing a boring task, in contrast to those who were paid $1 for doing the same task, __________.

• A) liked the task more
• B) liked the task less
• C) liked the task equally as much
• D) were more likely to tell their friends to do the task

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Definitions:

Self-esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth or abilities.

Rejuvenating

The process of making someone or something look or feel better, younger, or more vital.

Ostracism

The exclusion or rejection of a person or group from social interaction, conversation, or inclusion in a group.

Collective Tasks

Tasks that require the efforts and cooperation of multiple individuals or groups to achieve a common goal.