When Our Behaviors Are Inconsistent with Our Values or Beliefs

question 169

Multiple Choice

When our behaviors are inconsistent with our values or beliefs, we are not likely to experience cognitive dissonance if

• A) the beliefs are integral to our self-concepts.
• B) we engaged in the behavior voluntarily.
• C) no one observed the inconsistent behavior.
• D) we can point to external justifications for our behavior.

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Definitions:

IUPAC Name

The systematic naming of chemical compounds as established by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry, ensuring consistent and universal nomenclature.

Rubbing Alcohol

A type of denatured alcohol used for disinfection and as a topical antiseptic.

Primary

This term describes a functional group or atom connected directly to one other carbon atom, typical in the classification of alcohols and amines.

Secondary

In chemistry, indicates molecules or functional groups that are attached to a secondary carbon atom, which itself is connected to two other carbon atoms.