Regarding Conversion to a Cult,which of the Following Statements Is

question 98

Multiple Choice

Regarding conversion to a cult,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Isolation from family and friends is important to promote the new member's allegiance.
• B) Rituals such as chanting and meditation are used to help new members to question their beliefs and reach their own conclusions regarding their life choices.
• C) Many cults apply the foot-in-the-door technique as part of the conversion process.
• D) Making major public commitments creates a great deal of cognitive dissonance.

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