The Discomfort We Feel When Two Thoughts Are Inconsistent Is

question 50

Multiple Choice

The discomfort we feel when two thoughts are inconsistent is called

• A) cognitive dissonance.
• B) implicit prejudice.
• C) deindividuation.
• D) social loafing.

Recognize and explain the role of biases in shaping perceptions and beliefs.

Identify and differentiate between independent and dependent variables in experimental studies.

Comprehend the importance of sample selection and the concept of a sample in research.

Understand the purpose and process of random assignment in experimental research.

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