Cognitive Dissonance Theory Is Most Helpful for Understanding the Impact

question 118

Multiple Choice

Cognitive dissonance theory is most helpful for understanding the impact of

• A) central route persuasion on decision making.
• B) peripheral route persuasion on social conflict.
• C) situational dispositions on behavior.
• D) role playing on attitude change.

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Definitions:

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