6.3 - Nature and Components of Attitudes
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Define an attitude in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about the general feelings you attach to experiences or objects.
List the three components of an attitude.
💡 Hint: Remember the A-B-C acronym.
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What does the acronym A-B-C represent in attitudes?
💡 Hint: Look at what each component relates to in our evaluations.
True or False: Cognitive dissonance only occurs when one holds strong opinions.
💡 Hint: Consider if you’ve ever felt discomfort from any contradiction.
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Consider a situation where you have a positive attitude towards exercise, but frequently skip workouts. How might cognitive dissonance influence your future behavior?
💡 Hint: Think about what steps you would take to feel more comfortable with your choices.
How does balance theory explain conflicts in social relationships, such as when friends have differing political beliefs?
💡 Hint: Consider how you would resolve a disagreement with a friend.
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