Jim has trouble deciding whether to buy a good-mileage, poor-maintenance MGB or a poor-mileage, easy-care Camaro. Finally, he buys the MGB. According to cognitive dissonance theory, he will probably spend most of his time concentrating on:

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Cognitive dissonance theory suggests that after making a decision, individuals tend to focus on the positive aspects of their choice to reduce any discomfort from the dissonance. Jim will likely focus on the good mileage of the MGB to justify his decision.

Jim Has Trouble Deciding Whether to Buy a Good-Mileage, Poor-Maintenance