After Carefully Weighing Available Alternatives, Penelope Made a Difficult Decision

question 117

Multiple Choice

After carefully weighing available alternatives, Penelope made a difficult decision to buy a Honda Fit. According to cognitive dissonance theory, after making the purchase, she will _____.

• A) think that the cars she did not buy were more attractive than they were before the decision
• B) gather evidence against her choice of the Honda
• C) become even more committed to her choice of the Honda
• D) worry about what her friends will think of her choice

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Definitions:

Collectivist Cultures

societies or groups where people prioritize the goals and well-being of the community over individual achievements.

Organizational Politics

Utilizing authority and social networks inside an organization to drive improvements that are beneficial for either the organization or its members.

Sports Car

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Political Behaviors

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