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Linder and colleagues had participants write a counterattitudinal essay on banning controversial speakers from campus.In one condition participants were told the essay was mandatory,and in a second condition participants were told it would be helpful but was not required.Which participants experienced the most dissonance?
A) The participants in the high choice condition experienced the most dissonance.
B) The participants in the low choice condition experienced the most dissonance.
C) The participants experienced the same amount of dissonance.
D) None of the participants experienced dissonance.
High Choice Condition
A situation where individuals are presented with several options, allowing for a high degree of autonomy in making a decision.
Mandatory Condition
A required state or set of circumstances that must be met before a certain event can occur.
Dissonance Experience
The feeling of discomfort resulting from holding two or more conflicting cognitions, such as beliefs, values, or attitudes.
- Comprehend the significance of both external and internal justifications in explaining cognitive dissonance theory.
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- Comprehend the significance of both external and internal justifications in explaining cognitive dissonance theory.
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