The steps individuals go through in accepting or rejecting a new idea is known as
A) the adoption process.
B) the dissonance process.
C) belief formation.
D) information search.
E) extensive problem solving.

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The adoption process is the specific process individuals go through in accepting or rejecting a new idea or product. B is incorrect as dissonance is the discomfort experienced when two beliefs or actions are inconsistent. C is incorrect as belief formation refers to the process of developing attitudes and beliefs about a topic. D and E are both incorrect as they refer to general processes of gathering information and making decisions, but do not specifically address the acceptance or rejection of new ideas.

The Steps Individuals Go Through in Accepting or Rejecting a New