___________ (1957) First Introduced Cognitive Dissonance Theory, Which States That

question 36

Multiple Choice

___________ (1957) first introduced cognitive dissonance theory, which states that when there is a difference between cognitions and behavior, there is dissonance and discomfort.

• A) Festinger
• B) Bazemore
• C) Erikson
• D) Wright

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