Answer to Question #195153 in Psychology for sandra

Question

Nancy really dislikes dogs, because she believes that they are dirty and not hygienic. Her new boyfriend’s mother has a dog. Despite her string dislike of the dog, Nancy allows the dog to jump on her lap. This is an example of:

A. Incongruence between the behavioural component and the emotional and cognitive component of Nancy’s attitude to dogs

B. An unjustified judgement and hypocritical behaviour on Nancy’s part

C. A derogatory belief and expression of negative feelings against the pet of her boyfriend’s mother

D. Stereotypical behaviour that is intended to impress the parents of the new boyfriend

Answer 1

This is an example of:

A. Incongruence between the behavioural component and the emotional and cognitive component of Nancy’s attitude to dogs