Dissonance theory suggests that people ____________ their attitudes as a result of dissonance, whereas self-perception theory suggests that people _____________ their attitudes from observing their behaviors.
A) infer; change
B) change; infer
C) increase; decrease
D) change; change

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Dissonance theory suggests that people change their attitudes as a result of dissonance between their behavior and their attitudes. On the other hand, self-perception theory suggests that people infer their attitudes from observing their behaviors. Therefore, the correct choice is B, which states that people change their attitudes as a result of dissonance, whereas they infer their attitudes from observing their behaviors.

Dissonance Theory Suggests That People ____________ Their Attitudes as a Result