Suppose you take a class from each of the following four professors: 1, 2, 3, and 4. You write five papers and get the following grades: 1: A A A A A, 2: D D C B A, 3: A A B C F, 4: D D C D D. Generalizing from Aronson, which professor will you like the most?

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According to Aronson's theory of social psychology, individuals tend to like those who provide them with rewarding experiences, especially if those experiences improve over time. Professor 2 shows a progression from poor to excellent grades (D D C B A), which is likely to create a more positive and rewarding perception over time, leading to a higher likelihood of being liked the most.

Suppose You Take a Class from Each of the Following