Candice really likes action films. Under which condition is introspecting about why she likes action films likely to WEAKEN the association between her attitude toward action films and her intention to go to see an action film at the theater?
A) The basis for the attitude is easy to identify.
B) The basis for the attitude is a childhood experience.
C) The basis for the attitude is largely affective.
D) The basis for the attitude is largely cognitive.

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When the basis for the attitude is largely affective, meaning it is based on emotional or intuitive reactions rather than cognitive evaluation, introspection may lead Candice to overthink or rationalize her enjoyment of action films, leading to weakened association between her attitude and behavior.

Candice Really Likes Action Films