Which of the following statements is an element of the expectancy-value approach to attitude structure?
A) Individuals dislike inconsistency among cognitive elements and are motivated to reconfigure things mentally so as to achieve a harmonious state of mind
B) A = sum b(i) × e(i) where b(i) = each belief and e(i) = each evaluation
C) There are different models of attitudes depending on your culture; some emphasize individual attitudes, while others emphasize collective attitudes
D) Attitudes can be influenced by genetics, culture, and social upbringing

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The statement "A = sum b(i) × e(i) where b(i) = each belief and e(i) = each evaluation" is a key element of the expectancy-value approach to attitude structure, which posits that attitudes are formed by the combination of beliefs about an object and the evaluations of those beliefs. The other statements do not directly relate to this approach.

Which of the Following Statements Is an Element of the Expectancy-Value