What Was the Initial Assumption Underlying Cognitive Dissonance Theory

question 3

Multiple Choice

What was the initial assumption underlying cognitive dissonance theory?

• A) Everyone has an equal desire to think and act consistently.
• B) People always act consistently.
• C) Everyone does not have an equal capability to act consistently.
• D) Most people do not care whether they think or act consistently.

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