Which One of the Following Statements Best Describes Cognitive Dissonance

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements best describes cognitive dissonance theory?

• A)"People don't like to be hypocrites."
• B)"People are very stubborn about holding onto their attitudes."
• C)"People have a hard time seeing things from others' perspective."
• D)"People prefer others who share their opinions and attitudes."

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies used unconsciously to protect oneself from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Implicit Memories

Implicit memories are memories that influence our behaviors without conscious awareness, such as skills and procedures acquired through experience.

Achievement Motivation

A desire for significant accomplishment, for mastery of skills or ideas, for control, and for attaining a high standard.

Affiliation Motivation

A social motivation that drives individuals to want to belong to or be accepted by a group.