Recall that in experiments presented in your text (Leippe & Eisenstadt, 1994; 1998), why did white participants experience dissonance after writing essays in favor of doubling scholarship funds for minority students?

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White participants experienced dissonance because supporting increased funds for minority students implied less scholarship money available for white students, creating a conflict with their self-interest.

Recall That in Experiments Presented in Your Text (Leippe