Which of the Following Refers to Cognitive Dissonance

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following refers to cognitive dissonance?

• A) The predisposition to act in a certain way
• B) The extent to which someone is emotionally detached and manipulative
• C) The degree to which someone is able to adjust behavior in response to external factors
• D) The degree to which an individual feels positive about a job
• E) The discomfort felt when attitude and behavior are inconsistent with one another

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