When encountering credible factual information that contradicts our beliefs concerning an attitude object, humans very willingly alter their beliefs to bring them into alignment with this information.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: False.

Sociology

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In contemporary industrial society the institution of religion has become integrated into most social and economic activities

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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It appears that acculturated Asian parents give their children more autonomy than new immigrant parents

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Worldwide, mortality rates are higher than fertility rates

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Edgar is looking to present some tentative research findings he found from a recent ethnographic study. He feels his findings are quite interesting and wants to share them, but they are not entirely verified and does not want to risk his reputation on submitting questionable research results. What outlet should Edgar present his research in?

a. research monograph b. working paper c. journal article d. published book e. report for research sponsor

Sociology