Which of the Following Is a Form of Dissonance Reduction

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a form of dissonance reduction?

• A) hindsight bias
• B) a mental set
• C) fairness bias
• D) justification of effort

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Definitions:

Withdrawal Symptoms

Physical or psychological symptoms that occur after stopping or reducing intake of a substance that the body has become dependent on.

Addiction

A chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive behavior to use a substance or engage in an activity despite harmful consequences.

Double-blind Procedure

An experimental technique where neither the participants nor the experimenters know who is receiving a particular treatment, to prevent bias.

Antianxiety Medication

Medications specifically designed to treat symptoms of anxiety by reducing arousal and calming the nervous system.