The Magnitude of a Person's Cognitive Dissonance Is Affected by All

question 9

Multiple Choice

The magnitude of a person's cognitive dissonance is affected by all of the following factors, EXCEPT:

• A) The perceived importance of the issue
• B) The total number of beliefs they hold
• C) How many of the person's beliefs are consistent with, versus inconsistent with, his or her behaviors
• D) A person's ability to rationalize the dissonance
• E) A person's dissonance ratio

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Definitions:

Chronic Pain

Persistent or recurring pain lasting longer than three to six months, often resistant to medical treatment.

Chronic Pain Syndrome

A complex condition where individuals experience persistent pain that lasts for weeks to years and affects their daily living.

Post-Thoracotomy Pain

Persistent pain that occurs after thoracic surgery.

Acute

Severe; serious.