Although Joshua feels that it is wrong to steal, he steals some candy bars. Subsequently, his attitude towards stealing is less negative. What theory best accounts for this change?
a. cognitive arousal theory
b. conditioning
c. self-justification/dissonance
d. learning theory
e. attribution theory
Ans: c
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What will be an ideal response?
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