Which of the Following Best Describes Cognitive Dissonance

question 211

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes cognitive dissonance?

• A) negative feelings produced when someone threatens you
• B) feelings of discomfort caused by inconsistency between what you say and what you do
• C) negative feelings produced when you must state your attitudes publicly
• D) negative feelings produced when someone uses a fear appeal against your attitudes

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