The Cognitive Dissonance Quiz
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What is the theory of cognitive dissonance?

  • The discomfort that people feel when two cognitions conflict (correct)
  • The process by which sane people can succumb to fantastic thinking and self-destructive behavior
  • The need to justify our actions and commitments
  • The most powerful determinant of human behavior
  • Who proposed the theory of cognitive dissonance?

  • Animals
  • Leon Festinger (correct)
  • Aronson
  • Smoking
  • What is one way to reduce cognitive dissonance according to the text?

  • Change our behavior
  • Justify the behavior by changing one of the dissonant cognitions
  • Justify the behavior by adding new cognitions
  • All of the above (correct)
  • What is the most powerful determinant of human behavior according to the text?

    <p>The preservation of a stable, positive self-image</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Aronson contribute to the definition of cognitive dissonance?

    <p>He noted that people are most motivated to reduce dissonance when their self-esteem is threatened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cognitive dissonance?

    <p>The discomfort people feel when two cognitions conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Aronson contribute to the definition of cognitive dissonance?

    <p>He edited the definition of cognitive dissonance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who posed the theory of cognitive dissonance?

    <p>Leon Festinger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way to reduce cognitive dissonance?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason behind the need to reduce cognitive dissonance according to the text?

    <p>To protect our self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cognitive Dissonance Theory

    • The theory of cognitive dissonance proposes that people experience discomfort or mental stress when they hold two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes.

    Origins of the Theory

    • The theory of cognitive dissonance was proposed by Leon Festinger.

    Reducing Cognitive Dissonance

    • One way to reduce cognitive dissonance is by changing one's behavior to align with the dissonant cognition.

    Determinant of Human Behavior

    • According to the text, cognitive dissonance is the most powerful determinant of human behavior.

    Contributions to the Definition

    • Elliot Aronson contributed to the definition of cognitive dissonance by providing a more comprehensive understanding of the concept.

    Reducing Dissonance: Motivation

    • The main reason behind the need to reduce cognitive dissonance is to alleviate the mental stress or discomfort caused by holding contradictory beliefs or values.

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    Test your knowledge on cognitive dissonance and its impact on human behavior with this quiz. Explore the theory of cognitive dissonance and its role in justifying actions and commitments. Discover the factors that contribute to our need to protect our self-esteem and maintain a positive self-image.

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