Practice Balance Theory (heider) (5.3) - Chapter 7: Attitudes

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Question 1.
Define Balance Theory in your own words.
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Think about how attitudes might adjust in relationships.
Question 2.
Give an example of a conflict that could require attitude adjustment.
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Consider how you'd feel in such a situation.
3Question 3.
What does Balance Theory propose?
- People like harmony in relationships
- People dislike changes
- People should avoid conflicts
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Remember the concept of achieving harmony in relationships.
4Question 4.
True or False: Balance Theory involves adjusting one’s attitudes to reduce conflict.
- True
- False
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Think about how people resolve conflicts emotionally.
Question 5.
Analyze the effect of Balance Theory on a person's voting behavior when surrounded by peer pressure to vote a certain way.
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Consider how social groups influence political views.
Question 6.
Evaluate how an individual's attitude change in regard to a lifestyle choice might reflect Balance Theory when influenced by a close friend's preferences.
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Think about how friendships can shape lifestyle decisions.

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