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AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt

In Festinger's classic study, participants paid $1 to lie about a boring task later reported

A.enjoying the task more than those paid $20

B.enjoying it less than those paid $20

C.no difference between groups

D.refusing to lie

Explanation

Core Concept

$1 was insufficient justification, so they changed their attitude ('it was fun') to resolve dissonance;$ 20 justified the lie.

Correct Answer

Aenjoying the task more than those paid $20

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