Stephanie and John Wanted to Purchase a High-End Sports Car

Stephanie and John wanted to purchase a high-end sports car. They viewed a commercial for a particular sports car that highlighted the cost, design, and power of the car. After viewing the ad, Stephanie felt that the car's price was acceptable, considering the superior and unique design. John thought that the car was expensive owing to the high power engine installed in it. They used the information in different ways, focusing on issues that each considered important. Which of the following concepts does this scenario demonstrate?

A) selective distortion
B) consumer ethnocentrism
C) selective retention
D) selective attention
E) cognitive dissonance