Asked by Kirsten Sibley on Apr 29, 2024
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Suppose that Janine-who volunteers for a variety of environmental causes and frequently speaks on campus about the importance of recycling-decided to buy a gas-guzzling SUV last week. When is she most likely to try to rationalize her behavior?
A) If no one she knows owns the same vehicle
B) If many people she knows own the same vehicle
C) If she did not know about the SUV's poor mileage when she bought it
D) If she experiences guilt or discomfort surrounding her purchase
Gas-guzzling SUV
A sport utility vehicle (SUV) that has very low fuel efficiency, consuming large amounts of gasoline relative to its distance traveled.
Rationalize Behavior
The process of offering logical, plausible explanations for behaviors that might otherwise appear illogical or inappropriate.
Environmental Causes
Factors related to one's surrounding environment, including physical, social, and cultural aspects, that influence an individual's behavior or development.
- Comprehend the principle of cognitive dissonance and its influence on altering behavior and attitudes.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principle of cognitive dissonance and its influence on altering behavior and attitudes.
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