Ava Is Sitting in a Lecture About Art History with Her

question 280

Multiple Choice

Ava is sitting in a lecture about Art History with her new boyfriend when he turns to her and asks with a sparkle in his eye whether she finds the lecture fascinating.She answers that she's NOT sure yet,and that she needs to hear more.But then she feels a yawn coming on.She manages to stifle it,but it makes her realize that she is bored to tears in this lecture.Which theory would agree the most with Ava's conclusion?

• A) cognitive dissonance theory
• B) self-perception theory
• C) ABC theory
• D) social identity theory

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Definitions:

Type A Personality

A personality type characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, aggressiveness, and a constant sense of urgency.

Type C Personality

A personality style characterized by difficulty expressing emotions, a high level of detail orientation, and a tendency towards introversion.

Counterdependent Personality

A personality trait characterized by a strong resistance to depending on others or forming close relationships, often as a defensive mechanism.

Transformational Coping

A method of managing stress and psychological strain by altering one’s perspective on the stressor, often resulting in personal growth or change.