Which of the Following Is an Example of Cognitive Dissonance

question 115

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of cognitive dissonance?

• A) A manager gives a high performer a good raise in salary.
• B) A manager fires a person who steals from the firm.
• C) A manager hires a person with terrific relevant work and educational experience.
• D) A manager believes that all employees should be evaluated on the same performance criteria but evaluates each employee using different standards.
• E) A manager believes that good performance should be rewarded and promotes an employee with a stellar work record.

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