Aronson Argues That Typically When Dissonance Arises It Is Because

question 57

Multiple Choice

Aronson argues that typically when dissonance arises it is because the subject:

• A) has a low self-concept.
• B) has done something stupid or immoral.
• C) cannot internally justify his or her actions so must seek external justification.
• D) All of these answers are correct.

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