Which of the Following Is the Best Example of Cognitive

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of cognitive dissonance?

• A)Julie decided to eat at a restaurant she previously avoided after learning that several movie stars she admires endorse the restaurant.
• B)Rico just bought an expensive stereo system and is already worried that he could have found a better deal if he had shopped more carefully.
• C)John has been shopping for a new television set,but has not yet made a purchase because he is having trouble deciding which brand to buy.
• D)Marquetto is torn between going to the movies with friends or staying home and studying for an exam tomorrow.

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Definitions:

Experimental Drug

A medication or therapy that is not yet approved for general use and is under investigation in clinical trials.

Problem Identification

The process of recognizing an issue or challenge that needs resolution before implementing solutions.

Decision-making

Decision-making is the process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives, typically aiming to achieve the best outcome.

Decision-making Process

A systematic approach or steps taken to select a course of action from several alternatives to achieve a specific goal.