Which of the Following Situations Should Produce the GREATEST Cognitive

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations should produce the GREATEST cognitive dissonance?

• A)A soldier is forced to carry out orders he finds disagreeable.
• B)A student who loves animals has to dissect a cat in order to pass biology.
• C)As part of an experiment,a subject is directed to deliver electric shocks to another person.
• D)A student volunteers to debate an issue,taking the side he personally disagrees with.

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Definitions:

Reproductive Advantages

Benefits or favorable traits that increase the chances of an individual or species to reproduce and pass on their genes to the next generation.

Propinquity

The physical or psychological proximity between people, which increases the likelihood of interaction and relationship formation.

Companionate Love

A form of love characterized by deep affection, commitment, and emotional intimacy, contrasted with passionate or romantic love.

Social Discrimination

The unfair or prejudicial treatment of individuals or groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation.