According to dissonance theory, which individual should experience the greatest change in attitude?

a.

?a homeless person who tells a lie to earn $5

b.

?a drug dealer who tells a lie to earn $500

c.

?a humanitarian who tells a lie to earn $20

d.

?a hedge fund manager who tells a lie to earn $1,000


ANSWER:
c

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