Ginny is asked to give a speech in favor of requiring all students to take two years of a foreign language, although her personal position is for no such requirement. Under which of the following circumstances would you expect her attitude to undergo the most change in favor of the requirement?

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Cognitive dissonance theory suggests that when individuals engage in an action that contradicts their beliefs, especially for insufficient rewards, they are more likely to change their attitudes to align with their actions. In this case, giving a speech for a minimal reward ($10) would likely lead to greater attitude change towards supporting the foreign language requirement, as Ginny would have less external justification for her action.

Ginny Is Asked to Give a Speech in Favor of Requiring