According to the tenets of self-perception theory, which of the following audience members would report that he or she really loved the taping of Late Show with David Letterman?
A) Tim, who sat right in front of the flashing "Applause" sign
B) Julie, who could see that Dave was looking at her
C) André, whose hands stung from clapping so much
D) Debra, whose friends nudged her to get her to applaud

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Self-perception theory suggests that individuals infer their attitudes and feelings from observing their own behavior. André, whose hands stung from clapping so much, would likely interpret his own behavior (excessive clapping) as an indication that he really loved the show.

According to the Tenets of Self-Perception Theory, Which of the Following