What Is the Difference Between Self-Perception Theory and Cognitive Dissonance

question 193

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between self-perception theory and cognitive dissonance theory of attitude change?

• A) Self-perception theory assumes that our attitudes were not clear to begin with, whereas cognitive dissonance theory assumes that they are.
• B) Self-perception theory argues that we see ourselves as other see us, whereas cognitive dissonance theory argues that we can easily change what we see in ourselves and others.
• C) Self-perception theory assumes that we have implicit attitudes, whereas cognitive dissonance theory assumes that we are fully aware of all our attitudes.
• D) Self-perception theory believes that our attitudes influence our behaviours, whereas cognitive dissonance theory believes that our behaviours influence our attitudes.

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