Bozo Signs Up to Join the Army Because the Advertisements

question 41

True/False

Bozo signs up to join the Army because the advertisements make it look like summer camp.Later,he changes his mind and shoots himself in the foot so he won't have to go.This does not frustrate the contract,though the contract may be avoidable on other grounds.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals experience discomfort (dissonance) from holding two or more conflicting cognitions (thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes), leading them to alter behavior or attitudes to reduce discomfort.

Role

The function or position that an individual assumes or is given in a social context, which influences behavior and expectations.

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.